Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation
Headquartered in Tokyo, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) is a global financial institution and a core member of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). SMBC is one of the largest Japanese banks by assets, with strong credit ratings across our global integrated network spanning over 41 countries and regions, 16 of which are here in Asia.
SMBC APAC completes first SRT transaction
SMBC APAC completes first SRT transaction
Its sponsor partners are Blackstone, Stonepeak, and Clifford Capital.
8 hours ago
Here are five ways banks can use agentic AI
Agentic AI helped free up 10% more time for client interactions, McKinsey reported.
Japanese megabanks see profit rise, but capital remains a weakness
Overseas expansion is another risk, as it could raise credit costs, warned Fitch.
Why SMBC launched an agentic AI startup in Singapore
Account opening may drop to two days and loan processing to five.
SMFG’s profit rose 28.72% to $6.04b in H1 FY2025
Its comprehensive income more than doubled during the period.
Why banks leverage AI to bridge legacy systems with modern payment rails
These can unlock legacy data and facilitate real-time payments.
Five takeaways from day 1 of the Singapore Fintech Festival
Tokenisation emerges as a key driver of future digital money systems.
SMBC Group establishes offshoring hub in Chennai, India
The offshore hub will ensure stable systems development and operations, the bank said.
SMBC’s Bengalaru branch commences operations
Satoshi Onoe serves as head of the branch.
SMBC Group, Jefferies to establish wholesale equities business in Japan
SMBC is also increasing its investment in Jefferies to up to 20%.
SMBC to buy additional 4.2% stake in Yes Bank for $101.7m
It has already completed the acquisition for a 20% equity stake in the Indian bank.
SMBC names Sridhar Srinivasan as APAC transaction banking COO
He will be based in Singapore.
Japan’s megabanks may increase foreign bond purchases to meet income goals
Upcoming US Fed rate cuts may raise bond prices, increasing urgency to buy.
SMBC invests in fusion energy start-up
It aims to accelerate the establishment of fusion power reactors’ supply chains.
SMBC Aviation Capital joins holding company acquiring Air Lease Corporation
SMBC Aviation Capital will have a 4.99% equity interest in the holding company.
SMBC builds Africa presence with four new collaborations
It aims to support trade and investment, financing, and alleviate food shortages, it said.
SMBC invests in Novastar Ventures’ Africa fund
The fund’s budget for fiscal year 2025 is $340m.
Thought Leadership Centre
Most Read
1. Endowus rolls out two investment portfolios in HK, SG 2. HSBC: Human oversight key as AI advances 3. Thailand backs major conglomerates for digital banks but risks stifling innovation 4. KPay, Global Payments launch ‘Tap to Pay on iPhone’ service 5. BNP Paribas sells AG Insurance stake to Ageas for $2.2bResource Center
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Awards
Jul
02
Events
Event News
Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards 2025 Winner: Bhagavi Sridharan of Aditya Birla Capital Digital
Bhagavi Sridharan explains how the ABCD app offers a seamless, unified experience across diverse financial products.
Commentary
Thailand backs major conglomerates for digital banks but risks stifling innovation