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APAC banks' data sharing outpaces global average but fragments access

APAC banks' data sharing outpaces global average but fragments access

Korea and India offer widest datasets whilst Indonesia restricts scope.

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How can foreign ownership shape India’s financial institutions?

Capital access may improve but credit impact depends on risk discipline and governance.

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Banks lag tech firms in driving credit card use

Delayed rewards and weak reminders leave cardholders disengaged.

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Retail holds 38% of APAC’s payment market

Healthcare is the fastest-growing segment.

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SWIFT payment framework targets clearer fees and faster tracing

More than 50 banks back changes that rely on existing systems.

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DBS and OCBC seen lifting buffers as credit costs rise

Both banks’ managements will review macroeconomic variables related to the Middle East.

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How China wallets crush cards in 2025 payments race

Alipay reached 85% of surveyed users whilst WeChat Pay stood at 73%.

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Taiwan SME loans rise to $520.63m in February

The average NPL ratio is the same as in January.

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Hong Kong’s gig workers face loan hurdles despite 95% holding prime credit status

About 82% of gig workers met payment obligations vs 80% of the city’s general population.

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Commercial banking dominates M&A with 179 deals worth $190b

The segment captured 38% of the 2025 value.

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Philippine loan relief helps banks avoid NPL spike despite profit hit

Credit losses remain elevated.

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Philippines flags financial gaps as 48% lack emergency buffer

The majority claim financial awareness, yet many show a disconnect in capability.

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How can HSBC and StanChart-backed stablecoins change HKD payments?

Different target users may determine whether bank-led tokens gain everyday traction.

Expert Opinion

APAC banks face additional $180b losses as oil shock hits credit

Currently, Middle East exposures are low and indirect exposures are manageable, said S&P.

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Why Asian borrowing rises as lower rates lift demand

CareEdge says liquidity support is helping domestic activity and loan expansion across select markets

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Chinese banks grow earnings 2.3% in 2025 as margin pressures ease

State-owned enterprises outperformed joint stock banks in revenue, net profit, and fee income growth.

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Indonesia card payments to reach $61.3b in 2026

Inclusion and policy support fuel growth.

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