In Focus

Long way ahead for the Philippines’ digital bankin

Infrastructure and consumer issues remain, even with the framework laid out.

8 days ago

Singapore banks headed for stronger profits in 2021: analysts

Credit growth is expected to accelerate mildly by 5% in 2021, according to Moody’s.

14 days ago

Thailand IPO boom to buoy Siam Commercial Bank's bottom line

The country is Asia's second most active IPO market in 2020.

22 days ago

How TranSwap helps SMEs expand overseas by cutting FX costs

Their solution was developed with API integration, which enables small transfers in large volumes to be credited in real-time.

26 days ago

How Philippines' cash management services transformed and thrived in the pandemic

Big businesses are pushing MSMEs to take up digital banking, says Carlo Nazareno, head of cash management at BDO.

1 month ago

Strong growth ahead for China's 2021 retail sales

However, there may be risks over the immediate term due to new COVID-19 wave.

1 month ago

Lower credit costs to drive Singapore banks' earnings rebound in 2021

Sufficient provisions, steady capital positions should reduce risks in the near term.

1 month ago

New regulations imperil China's online microlenders

Additional schemes could stifle growth of cross-provincial borrowing.

1 month ago

What's up with central banks' craze around digital currencies?

Whilst it may improve payment systems, card firms and payment platforms won’t be happy with the potential new competition.

1 month ago

APAC banks face challenging 2021 as small lenders hurtle towards mergers

Banks in Indonesia, Japan, and Taiwan are likely to consolidate due to weak performances, analysts say.

1 month ago

Thailand readies foundations for digital banking

In a surging digital economy, the country is poised to make its mark.

1 month ago

South Korea's mobile wallet payments value to reach $503.5b in 2024

Growing adoptiong of QR payments is driving mobile wallet usage in the country.

1 month ago

SEA e-money market soars as tech disruptors spur adoption

Ride hailing and e-commerce firms are driving the e-payments revolution, eroding banks’ hold.

2 months ago

2021 to test Thai banks' strength as loan moratoriums expire

Temporary relief measures are unlikely to eliminate risks for weaker debtors.

2 months ago

Fintechs' latest acquisitions hint at ASEAN banking sector shake-up

But they are unlikely to pose a challenge as newcomers and incumbents target different clients.

2 months ago

HSBC Singapore foresees a digital, green future for banks in 2021

Digital banking and sustainable products are viewed by leaders as key to resilience.

2 months ago

Online shopping boosts Singapore's cashless payments market

Seven in 10 consumers shopping online increased their use of digital payment methods.

3 months ago