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Malaysian banks keep impaired loan ratios low as capital stays strong
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.
Taiwan banks’ loans rise in June as bad debts edge lower
Average NPL ratio dipped 0.01 ppt to 0.15%.
Hong Kong banks lose top talent with drawn-out hiring steps
Hiring rose 2.5% among 15 lenders in Asian Banking & Finance’s annual survey.
Citi expands tokenisation, real-time tools for corporate treasuries
Its suite of digital services optimises cash positioning and cuts operational friction.
Automation stalls hiring at Singapore’s top banks
Lenders are also upskilling to keep up with tech.
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