APAC

The challenge in micro-lending is that small business data does not fit into standard banking templates.

SEA lending activity slowed considerably, LSEG said.

China and India continue expanding branch light banking to sustain cash access.

Elias will helm HSBC’s Wealth Transformation Programme.

Many banks are still unable to trace and measure their financed emissions.

Singapore captured 48.9% of Southeast Asia fee pool despite the regional slowdown.

Only ECM underwriting fees bucked the trend during the period.

Banking leaders were celebrated for their innovation and growth that have transformed the sector across Asia.

The promotions span a variety of roles both front-facing and in the middle and back office.

Global wealth hit its fastest growth since 2017 at 10.8% as APAC lagged at half that rate.

S&P says 92% of regional lenders still hold stable outlooks despite growing uncertainty.

Only 18% have fully integrated AI governance into insider risk programmes.

He highlighted how fintech companies are now being measured by profitability, strategic focus, and operational resilience rather than rapid growth alone.

The platform was first tested in Hong Kong before a wider APAC expansion.

By partnering with fintechs, banks can combine regulatory strength with innovation, new use cases, and customer-centric solutions.

HNWIs prefer in-person changes, whilst affluent clients favor self-service channels.