APAC
Most MSMEs in Asia seek bank loans first, but success rate remains low at 57%
Most MSMEs in Asia seek bank loans first, but success rate remains low at 57%
Amongst all funding options, microfinance institutions had the highest success rate.
Financial fragmentation threatens bank profits and lending
Globally, it can lead to nearly 280 million fewer jobs by 2030.
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Visa’s net revenue up 10% to $9.5b in Q1; cash dividend is $0.59 per stock
It identified consumer payments and value-added services amongst its growth levers.
Bangkok Bank nets 8.6% net profit rise in 2024
It attributed this to the recovery of tourism and exports.
Deutsche Bank bullish on tech-driven sectors
Although, geopolitical tensions and trade policy shifts likely to add further uncertainty.
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.
Barclays enhances APAC equities team with new head
He will be based in Hong Kong.
Financial firms plan cautious 2025 pay raises
Region-wide, planned budget increases averaged 5.2%.
StanChart unveils cross-currency transactional FX solutions suite
It offers FX payment services across 130 currencies in over 40 markets.
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.
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.
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