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Singapore pursues digital economy ties with ASEAN and global blocs: DPM

DPM Gan also said Singapore is focusing especially on financial services to stay globally relevant.
21 hours ago

Banks risk losing $170b if AI adoption lags

But longer term, AI may erode bank profitability as customers turn to AI agents.
1 day ago

Will AI define banking’s winners and losers?

The next five years will determine the industry’s AI adoption journey.
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More firms plan to support instant payments within next two years

Yet 13% FIs in APAC remain unsure about timelines and readiness.
3 days ago

Aussie mortgage holders and renters lead in unpaid card debt: survey

Mortgage payers owe A$1,342 on average, compared to homeowners owing A$787.
6 days ago

Banks’ AI adoption to shape cost and revenue advantage

An AI-gap may emerge amongst global banks depending on their adoption journeys, says S&P.

Malaysian banks’ sector earnings on track for growth in 2025

Loan growth was stable in September, although household loan growth was slightly slower.

1 in 2 APAC consumers name financial wellness as top priority: survey

APAC Gen Zs rate financial wellness higher than other age groups.

Philippine banks to maintain lending standards in Q4 2025

1 in 10 banks will tighten lending standards for business and household loans.

Thai banks’ focus on asset quality and ‘clean’ loan books in 2026

The banks are expected to report a loan contraction in 2025 compared to last year.

Here's how UOB plans to grow its wealth and wholesale units

For its wholesale banking business, UOB is touting its financing of supply chains as key for growth.

Singapore banks face softer earnings as NIMs stay under pressure

DBS also noted growing focus on Singapore banks’ Hong Kong exposures.

China’s banks expand lending but struggle with weakening demand

UOB Kay Hian said banks remain cautious in extending long-term credit.

Banks see sharp drop in cheque use ahead of 2027 phaseout

More people are using e-payment solutions such as PayNow and FAST.

Indonesia’s cooperative credit scheme could pose risks as it scales

Cooperatives carry high credit risk due to weak governance, said UOB Kay Hian.

Philippine credit confidence stalls amidst fraud worries

Borrowers view credit cards and personal loans as risky.