Hong Kong
ZA Bank reports HK$548m net revenue and narrows losses by 42%
ZA Bank reports HK$548m net revenue and narrows losses by 42%
Net interest income is 86% higher in 2024.
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Hong Kong deposits up 0.8% in March
HKD and total deposits rose, but renminbi deposits declined.
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Hong Kong mortgages in negative equity rose to over 40,700 in March
The three-month delinquency ratio rose slightly.
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Hang Seng Bank rolls out payroll perks for savings-focused users
They do so to achieve financial flexibility, said Hang Seng Bank.
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Standard Chartered names Andrea Casati as head of client dev’t for global banking
Casati will be based in Hong Kong.
Dah Sing Bank warns against seven fraudulent websites
Customers are reminded to check the URL and look for a secure padlock icon.
Bank of America appoints Phil Carmalt as head of APAC GPS
Carmalt joins from DBS Hong Kong.
Hang Seng Bank, Mastercard launch new multi-currency debit card for businesses
It offers instant debit, secure exchange rates, and free transaction fees.
Hong Kong rolls out new measures against fraud and mule accounts
The central bank will roll-out an updated platform for banks to exchange information.
HSBC Singapore launches premium credit card for wealthy clients
It offers perks such as access to private clubs and members-only lounges in APAC, Europe, and the US.
7 in 10 Hong Kongers pick digital banks for crypto trading on convenience, regulatory concerns
They like the convenience of being able to trade directly using an existing digital bank app.
AXA launches digital insurance with Ant Bank, AlipayHK tie-up
It will use AXA’s portfolio and Ant Bank and AlipayHK’s “E-wallet X Digital Bank”.
Hong Kong banks report better H2 margins despite CRE risks
Margins and income improved in H2 2024 compared to H1..
ZA Bank appoints Calvin Ng as CEO
Ng has been its executive director since September 2022.
Bank of China Hong Kong stays resilient with buffer against CRE risks
S&P anticipates moderately slower asset growth.
Hong Kong banks have enough buffers against commercial real estate strains
But small and midsize banks are likely to experience greater strain due to their higher exposure to commercial property.
OCBC unveils AI stock picker in Hong Kong
AI Oscar will send regular trading ideas on HK stocks via email to customers.
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