APAC
Vietnam meets with SoKor to diversify investment from state FX reserves
Vietnam meets with SoKor to diversify investment from state FX reserves
The central bank is also looking to strengthen its asset management capacity.
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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.
4 days ago
StashAway sees investment deposits double in 2024
Its HNW and emerging HNW were more likely to invest in a diversified portfolio.
4 days ago
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.
4 days ago
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.
6 days ago
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.
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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.
Banks may be ill-equipped for demands of real-time payments
Stronger fraud prevention and anti-money laundering measures are needed.
Financial services professionals more optimistic about bonuses in 2025: report
The largest expected bonus increases are projected for professionals in private credit.
167 financial services firms adopt AI initiatives: report
Nearly 80% financial services companies have launched at least one AI initiative.
Innovative approaches to IFRS 9 Compliance: Bridging finance and risk with subledger accounting
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