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Malaysian banks to sustain profits despite slower loan growth

S&P expects loan growth to slow to 4%-5% over the next two years.
4 days ago

Hong Kong banks may boost tax loan campaigns as Fed rate cut looms

Demand for debt consolidation may also rise.
6 days ago

Firms cut paper, seek speed in trade finance shift

Rapid onboarding lets firms pivot quickly as tariffs force changes in supplier markets.

Malaysian banks keep impaired loan ratios low as capital stays strong

Borrowers' repayment capacity continued to be sustained, the central bank said.

Which bank brands are most favored by Singapore’s wealthiest?

Top brands are those with wealth management expertise and international reach.

APAC banks keep strong footing as equity prices hit record highs

Optimism persists despite several risks to credit conditions remaining elevated, said S&P.

Baiduri Bank opens Singapore office to support Bruneian firms

It seeks to facilitate foreign direct investments into Brunei.

OCBC eyes $2.7b for serial entrepreneurs

OCBC Group has lent $1.17b to more than 1,800 repeat founders since 2017.

Vietnam’s lenders bolstered by reforms and foreign direct investment

The direct impact of tariffs on the banking sector should be manageable, S&P said.

APAC card payments to hit $39.6t by 2029 on improved infrastructure

In markets with low adoption, cards compete with QR payments and inadequate infrastructure.

Reward programs spur credit and charge cards usage in Japan

Credit card acceptance across merchants had also expanded in recent years.

ASEAN Islamic finance industry to cross $1t in 2026

Assets are concentrated in Malaysia, Indonesia, and Brunei with limited presence in other markets.

Indian banks benefit from infra spending, lower credit risks

Credit losses may rise in the next 12-24 months but still better than averages.

How is tokenisation reshaping cash management solutions?

HSBC and Citi allow 24/7 money transfers using the tech.

Security Bank accelerates digital transformation with fresh apps

MSMEs are a key focus of the Philippine lender’s modernization efforts.

Singapore banks see H1 profit ease on margin, tax pressures

The big three’s profitability moderated from peal levels, noted Moody’s Ratings.