APAC

Global conflicts, climate risk disclosures, and AI influence will shape Asia's financial sector over the next 12 months.

The agreement is valid for 5 years.

Bangalore ranked 5th and New Delhi was 10th globally.

Smaller banks may seek M&As to solve or mitigate compliance costs.

Asian fintech transactions reached $16.8t in 2024, according to the report.

Revenues during the period saw $50.78b.

Asia operations pencilled a profit before tax of $271m

Singapore registered the fastest growth of 56% YoY.

With travel increasingly becoming a priority for consumers in Asia Pacific, it presents unique opportunities for brands to build strong relationships with their most valued customers, differentiate from competition, and deliver measurable business impact.  

Amongst all funding options, microfinance institutions had the highest success rate.

Globally, it can lead to nearly 280 million fewer jobs by 2030.

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It identified consumer payments and value-added services amongst its growth levers.

It attributed this to the recovery of tourism and exports.

Although, geopolitical tensions and trade policy shifts likely to add further uncertainty.

Of 47 APAC jurisdictions, about 16 have AI regulations or guidance in place.