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Financial fragmentation threatens bank profits and lending

Financial fragmentation threatens bank profits and lending

Globally, it can lead to nearly 280 million fewer jobs by 2030.

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RHB kiosks replace debit cards on the spot

The machines have handled 70% of the Malaysian lender’s card replacements.

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Southeast Asian banks’ face mixed outcomes from shallower rate decline

Philippine and Singapore banks will be key beneficiaries if rates are higher.

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Ageing Aussies may lead to more reverse mortgages

Older borrowers can retain their homes whilst getting equity, according to a bank.

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GCash eyes easier payment checking for SMEs

The Philippines’ biggest fintech platform is targeting the retail sector.

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Banks urged to expand focus to transition finance for zero-carbon future

Up to a US$17t annual funding gap exists.

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Mortgage growth to lift Viet banks’ earnings in 2025

Mortgage loans may grow by 20% during the year, from 10% in 2024.

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China’s investment banking fees fall to lowest in 5 years

Only DCM underwriting fees saw growth.

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Thai banks’ Q4 profit slated for 20% growth with portfolio cleanup

Kiatnakin Phatra Bank, Tisco may see a rise in credit costs, an analyst said.

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year!

We’re taking the time off and will be back on 6 January 2024.

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Asian banks face profit strain in 2025

Falling interest rates could heighten some lenders’ appetite for risk.

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Japanese banks seek M&As overseas

MUFG has spent a billion dollars buying a stake in fintechs.

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Hong Leong Bank reimagines branches for digital era

The lender sees itself as a digital bank with a physical presence.

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OCBC to triple quantum workforce to boost security

The Singapore bank expects significant tech advancements in the next five to 10 years.

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Wealth transfer a critical topic for APAC advisers: survey

Sensitivity to talking about death and inheritance is named as the top challenge.

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China’s payment system gets boost from renminbi rise

African SMEs get the same level of service as large companies under a more open China.

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South Korea tightens liquidity rules as market improves

The banking sector’s liquidity coverage ratio will be rolled back to 100% in 2025.

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