APAC
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It’s the most wonderful time of the year
We’re taking the time off and will be back on 5 January 2026.
1 day ago
Why APAC banks must rethink their approach to the cost reduction challenge
APAC's fintech market is set to reach $304.55b by 2030, up from $144.87b today.
1 day ago
NBFIs see outlook stabilise as funding conditions normalise
Chinese NBFIs are expected to benefit from improved risk profiles and policy alignment.
1 day ago
Banks shift deposit strategy from rates to relationships
Wealth management is a key focus.
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Japanese megabanks set for better conditions in 2026
In contrast, Chinese banks and Hong Kong banks face “deteriorating” sector outlooks.
3 days ago
DBS gains approval to act as RMB clearing bank in China
DBS can now facilitate onshore China bond trading and provide custody services there.
3 days ago
Finance, insurance sectors expect strong hiring demand in Q1 2026: survey
India recorded the highest national outlook at 52%.
4 days ago
Which structured finance market in APAC will fare best?
Fitch sees stable to improving asset performance in ANZ and Japan as China slips.
4 days ago
CIB units confront new rivals as specialised firms gain scale
Independent investment banks and private credit firms are moving into their space.
4 days ago
SMBC APAC completes first SRT transaction
Its sponsor partners are Blackstone, Stonepeak, and Clifford Capital.
5 days ago
Syfe achieves group profitability
Its AUM in Hong Kong grew nearly six-fold in 2025.
APAC banks in stronger capital positions than global peers
Regulators have more conservative local rules.
Wealth managers expand lifestyle offerings to capture UHNWs
UHNW-focused practices are more likely to offer concierge and lifestyle services.
BNP Paribas sells AG Insurance stake to Ageas for $2.2b
BNP Paribas said the deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026.
Endowus rolls out two investment portfolios in HK, SG
Income Enhanced Conservative and Income Enhanced Aggressiveness are now available.
HSBC: Human oversight key as AI advances
AI tools should be deployed with strong oversight.
Retail banks embrace social media and streaming to boost revenue
One digital bank in Europe reported an ARR of $50m from “financial media networks.”
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Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards 2025 Winner: Bhagavi Sridharan of Aditya Birla Capital Digital
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