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NAB flags $504m in H1 impairment charges as Middle East conflict bites
NAB flags $504m in H1 impairment charges as Middle East conflict bites
It will apply a 1.5% discount to its dividend reinvestment plan to strengthen its capital position.
16 hours ago
Hang Seng offers 10-second approval for SME guarantee loans
Hang Seng offers 10-second approval for SME guarantee loans
It can grant loans up to HK$8m.
17 hours ago
2 in 3 firms exploring transition finance: study
2 in 3 firms exploring transition finance: study
In APAC, 91% of companies expect stability or growth in the transition finance space.
19 hours ago
DBS and OCBC face weaker Q1 profits despite wealth gains
DBS and OCBC face weaker Q1 profits despite wealth gains
Both are expected to report growth in treasury customer sales.
19 hours ago
Citi renews custodial and fund services contract with Australia’s Hostplus
Citi renews custodial and fund services contract with Australia’s Hostplus
Citi and Hostplus have worked together for 13 years.
20 hours ago
Think tanks urge Bank of Korea to move from climate research to action
Think tanks urge Bank of Korea to move from climate research to action
The BOK is called to implement concrete policies that shift financial flows away from high-carbon sectors.
1 day ago
DBS Hong Kong to open Treasures Centre in Kowloon
DBS Hong Kong to open Treasures Centre in Kowloon
The three-storey place will serve the bank’s affluent clientele.
3 days ago
MUFG completes $4.26b Shriram Finance investment
Eximbank leadership churn triggers governance vulnerability
Eximbank leadership churn triggers governance vulnerability
Seven board directors and board of supervisors’ members resigned in February.
3 days ago
Eximbank board member withdraws resignation whilst others set to leave
Eximbank board member withdraws resignation whilst others set to leave
Pham Tuan Anh said he talked with the board and management in making his decision.
3 days ago
Crédit Agricole shifts 350 staff into new Japan office
Crédit Agricole shifts 350 staff into new Japan office
The group has opened a workplace on the 50th floor of Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower.
4 days ago
MUFG support may lower Shriram’s risky loans over time: report
MUFG support may lower Shriram’s risky loans over time: report
It enhances Shriram’s access to capital and funding markets over time, said CreditSights.
4 days ago
CIMB commits to Kuala Lumpur digital MSME push
CIMB commits to Kuala Lumpur digital MSME push
CIMB and the KL city hall will also host events, festivals, and even public arc initiatives.
4 days ago
UOB faces margin pressure in Q1 as fees ease
UOB faces margin pressure in Q1 as fees ease
Wealth management fees may grow at around 3.3% YoY during the quarter, said CGSI.
4 days ago
OCBC rolls out gen AI skills training programme for wealth advisors
OCBC rolls out gen AI skills training programme for wealth advisors
It is now live in Singapore and will be rolled out in Malaysia and Hong Kong at a later date.
4 days ago
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How can HSBC and StanChart-backed stablecoins change HKD payments?
Different target users may determine whether bank-led tokens gain everyday traction.
How can Vietnam lenders manage liquidity stress?
The loan-deposit growth gap pushes banks toward risky wholesale funding.
How can China balance bank pricing power with financial stability?
Lenders gain when prices rise but bear losses when loans sour.
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SWIFT payment framework targets clearer fees and faster tracing
More than 50 banks back changes that rely on existing systems.
2 hours ago
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ING's Philippine leaders advance AI strategy with sustainability focus
ING maintains a clear position that its AI strategy is grounded in responsibility and sustainability.



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