Hong Kong

Hang Seng names new head of commercial banking

She will take over Donald Lam beginning 14 October.

Hang Seng names new head of commercial banking

She will take over Donald Lam beginning 14 October.

‘Optimism’ drives credit activity growth in Hong Kong

Hong Kongers are more optimistic about their household finances for the next 12 months.

Standard Chartered HK to maintain good loan quality, profitability

The non-performing loan (NPL) ratio will likely increase as well, however.

Foreign currency deposits push Hong Kong deposits to a 1.2% rise in July

Hong Kong dollar deposits dipped, whilst foreign deposits rose.

Hong Kong has issued US$22b in green bonds: report

Proceeds for the bonds have been allocated or earmarked for green projects.

CITIC Limited reports $4.4b profit in H1

An EPS of RMB1.10 has been announced.

Hong Kong’s business scholars target top finance employers for work-life balance

Educators at business schools confirm that students’ career priorities have shifted.

Statrys receives accolade at ABF Retail Banking Awards for comprehensive payment solution

It offers a wide range of services and boasts competitive exchange rates for FX services.

High interest rates stall foreign property deals in Hong Kong

Bank mortgage rates for commercial properties in the city can be as high as 6%. 

Bank of East Asia’s profits up 75.8% to HK$2.63b in H1

Higher interest rates pushed up profits, but non-interest income fell.

1 in 4 Hong Kong consumers eyes getting a loan with fintechs, neobanks

Although traditional banks remain the preferred choice, 1 in 5 are ready to jump ship to another provider.

DBS Hong Kong finalises HK$800m green loan with HSH

KPIs set include reduction in carbon intensity, increase in waste diversion rate, amongst others.

HSBC unveils ETF platform solutions

The bank has collaborated with Calastone to develop an ETF order management system.

Hang Seng Bank warns of phishing emails, fake website

The bank reminded customers that it will never ask them to log in through embedded links.