APAC
Firms turn cautious over gen AI amidst fears of obsolescence, fragmented regulations
Firms turn cautious over gen AI amidst fears of obsolescence, fragmented regulations
Of 47 APAC jurisdictions, about 16 have AI regulations or guidance in place.
2 hours ago
Barclays enhances APAC equities team with new head
He will be based in Hong Kong.
2 days ago
Financial firms plan cautious 2025 pay raises
Region-wide, planned budget increases averaged 5.2%.
2 days ago
StanChart unveils cross-currency transactional FX solutions suite
It offers FX payment services across 130 currencies in over 40 markets.
3 days ago
Vietnam meets with SoKor to diversify investment from state FX reserves
The central bank is also looking to strengthen its asset management capacity.
4 days ago
Showcase your outstanding initiatives at the 2025 Asian Banking & Finance Awards
The awards programme celebrates Asia's top banking and finance companies that are redefining the industry through exceptional services and groundbreaking solutions.
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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.
StashAway sees investment deposits double in 2024
Its HNW and emerging HNW were more likely to invest in a diversified portfolio.
Top 25 banks’ market cap rises 27.1% in Q4 2024
ICBC is APAC’s top bank in terms of market cap; DBS rises to 23rd spot.
2 in 3 people to own a digital wallet by 2029: report
As of 2024, an estimated 52.6% of the world uses a digital wallet.
Four factors shaping APAC’s digital retail payments in 2025
Cash remains relevant in Malaysia and Singapore.
Financials sector tops Asia Pacific ex. Japan M&A: LSEG
Industrials and high technology sectors were also active in 2024
APAC investment banking fees drop to lowest in 5 years
Its total ECM underwriting fees were its lowest since 2013.
Japan, the Philippines renew bilateral swap agreement
The size of the BSA remains unchanged: $12b for the Philippines and $500m for Japan.
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
We’re taking the time off and will be back on 6 January 2024.
What's in store for payments in 2025?
In emerging markets, digital wallets are evolving into bank account substitutes.
Asian banks face profit strain in 2025
Falling interest rates could heighten some lenders’ appetite for risk.
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