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Philippine banks face slower loans and rising credit costs in 2026

Philippine banks face slower loans and rising credit costs in 2026

The Middle East war and an earlier graft scandal is weighing on loan demand, says CreditSights.

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Taiwan deposits hit $2.1t as forex falls

Foreign currency holdings were NT$8.91t versus NT$9.11t in March 2025.

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Australia rate hikes may slow lending at major banks

Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.

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APAC transfer take rate sinks to 2.4% despite $0.62t flows

Africa posts highest regional charge at 5.5%, followed by Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Wealth clients shift focus from returns to retirement security

Advisers face pressure to deliver faster service and broader financial planning.

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China bank margins to recover as rate cuts pause but NPLs linger

Retail loan NPLs are yet to peak, said UOB Kay Hian.

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Indian banks hit 1.4% ROA as profit pressure builds

The 2025 return on assets was the sector’s highest level in over a decade

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How will China’s bank restructuring law reshape the industry?

Stronger lenders may acquire stakes in weaker financial institutions.

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Vietnam and Thailand NBFIs most exposed to energy shocks: Fitch

NBFIs in India and Indonesia face higher funding costs as currency depreciates.

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Asia adds just 1 fintech unicorn in Q1 2026

Juspay raised $50m in January to hit a $1.2b valuation.

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Japanese megabank deposits lag loans as funding gap threatens lending capacity

M&A involving Japanese companies rose 8.8% in 2025.

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Hong Kong wallets surge as card share drops to 31% online

HKQR and contactless payment acceptance accelerated mobile transaction adoption.

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Japan's megabanks eye record earnings as BOJ rate hikes boost margins

Their earnings may further rise over the next two years.

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Singapore banks benefit from safe-haven flows amidst Middle East conflict

Investors are shifting assets to the city-state for stability and protection.

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Japan fintech market to hit $33b with 13% CAGR

Artificial intelligence blockchain and machine learning are driving sector expansion.

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APAC cross-border payments surge as trade drives $24t outlook

The region is projected to account for 36% of global outbound flows by 2033.

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Singapore's big 3 banks pivot to wealth as margins shrink

The banks eye growth in onshore, ASEAN, China and Hong Kong wealth.

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