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SME Bank nets $9.9m from zakat entrepreneur programme
SME Bank nets $9.9m from zakat entrepreneur programme
The Malaysian lender said that its programme services nearly 1,000 entrepreneurs.
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UnionBank hits 2 million credit cards in circulation
UnionBank hits 2 million credit cards in circulation
It also claims the highest Visa credit payment volume among Philippine banks in 2025.
11 hours ago
CommBank opens $4.25m Ballarat branch
CommBank opens $4.25m Ballarat branch
The Aussie bank expects to invest a further A$140m to upgrade its branch network.
11 hours ago
ANZ NZ names chief risk officer Ben Kelleher as next CEO
ANZ NZ names chief risk officer Ben Kelleher as next CEO
Antonia Watson will retire on 30 September 2026.
11 hours ago
Mizuho mulls cutting investment units to broaden investor base
Mizuho mulls cutting investment units to broaden investor base
It acknowledged it as a way to increase the liquidity of its shares.
12 hours ago
Hong Kong, China and Indonesia ink MOU to boost rupiah-renminbi transactions
Hong Kong, China and Indonesia ink MOU to boost rupiah-renminbi transactions
They will establish a cooperation framework.
12 hours ago
TransUnion offers free credit report to HK residents who lose their HKID
TransUnion offers free credit report to HK residents who lose their HKID
They can schedule an appointment online within 30 days of the loss.
4 days ago
Thai cash handout to lift finance company debt collection and asset quality
Thai cash handout to lift finance company debt collection and asset quality
The campaign will boost mid and low-income earners and alleviate their cost of living.
4 days ago
Bank of Singapore names new heads for Financial Intermediaries and Dubai
Bank of Singapore names new heads for Financial Intermediaries and Dubai
Lim Leong Guan is expected to help accelerate the bank’s UHNW growth push.
4 days ago
Philippine SMEs can issue virtual prepaid cards in five minutes
Philippine SMEs can issue virtual prepaid cards in five minutes
Paymongo provides the service whilst Paymentology and Mastercard provide the licensed framework.
4 days ago
OCBC enables remote business account opening in Malaysia via Singpass
OCBC enables remote business account opening in Malaysia via Singpass
The bank will authenticate business owners remotely without need to visit a branch.
4 days ago
DBS brings tokenised physical gold to retail investors via digibank
DBS brings tokenised physical gold to retail investors via digibank
It is also exploring plans to list the token on DDEx.
4 days ago
CIMB, China CITIC Bank strengthen China-ASEAN connectivity
CIMB, China CITIC Bank strengthen China-ASEAN connectivity
The partnership will support cross-border banking, trade, and financing solutions across the corridor.
4 days ago
DBS, HSBC, AIA and more convene at ABF IA Summit Singapore on 1 July
DBS, HSBC, AIA and more convene at ABF IA Summit Singapore on 1 July
Leading voices from the banking and insurance industries will meet at Andaz Singapore to discuss trust, transformation, and AI.
5 days ago
86% of APAC bank leaders flag AI agents as top fraud risk
86% of APAC bank leaders flag AI agents as top fraud risk
Nearly half lose over $10m to fraud every year.
5 days ago
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How exposed are Philippine banks to Iran war?
Debt in oil-sensitive sectors could spill into the banking system.
How can Singapore’s big banks offset weaker lending margins?
Net interest income at DBS, OCBC, and UOB is expected to fall this year.
How will China’s bank restructuring law reshape the industry?
Stronger lenders may acquire stakes in weaker financial institutions.
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BofA sees treasury roles shifting toward strategic advisory
Clients are holding more liquidity in Singapore amid uncertainty.
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Chinese SMEs expand into ASEAN through digital-first model
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Consumer goods, digital solutions, and logistics are driving outbound expansion.
Investment Banking
IPOs spur Hong Kong bank hiring rebound
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Workforce across 15 lenders fell 0.73% to 74,376 in 2025.
Singapore banks stretch hiring as caution deepens
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Headcount across 15 lenders rose just 0.005% in 2025.
Economy
How are banks strengthening buffers against oil price shocks?
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China-based banks will likely bear the largest impact.
Lending & Credit
Australia rate hikes may slow lending at major banks
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Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.
Wealth Management
Wealth clients shift focus from returns to retirement security
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Advisers face pressure to deliver faster service and broader financial planning.
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