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Weak household demand causes 82.9% drop in new Chinese bank loans

Weak household demand causes 82.9% drop in new Chinese bank loans

This was blamed on weak household loan demand, particularly short-term loans.

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Banks’ outlooks steady despite geopolitical risks and possible tariff shocks

These lenders have “satisfactorily contended” with stressful conditions over the past five years.

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Asia risks succession crisis as wealth surges ahead of planning

Younger HNW individuals (aged 30–35) tend to prioritise equities (52%) and digital assets (33%).

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AI governance, quantum threats dominate Singapore FinTech Festival Day 3

Executives say resilient digital architecture, not breakthroughs alone, will shape the next era of finance.

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Tokenisation, cyber threats top agenda at Singapore FinTech Festival Day 2

MAS unveils pilot for tokenised MAS Bills as leaders warn of rising AI-enabled cyber risks.

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Five takeaways from day 1 of the Singapore Fintech Festival

Tokenisation emerges as a key driver of future digital money systems.

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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.

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Banks risk losing $170b if AI adoption lags

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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Malaysian banks’ sector earnings on track for growth in 2025

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

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

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

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Philippine banks to maintain lending standards in Q4 2025

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

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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.

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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.

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