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Trends in the investment management industry for 2014
Trends in the investment management industry for 2014
In 2013, the finance industry in Asia continued to drive global economic growth, with key markets China and India leading the charge. Moving forward into 2014, Asia Pacific is expected to continue growing as a financial hub with more investment opportunities.
Krung Thai Bank targets 5-7% loan growth in 2014
It's also eyeing 15% fee income growth.
Trade finance trends and risks in Singapore you should know about
The Financial Stability Review (FSR)(1) report provides financial institutions a good understanding of the global macro economy and its effect on Singapore-based banks. In particular, the MAS highlights “the banking sector needs to guard against credit quality deterioration and liquidity risks”.
What you need to know about International Bank Account Numbers
Asian Banking and Finance fraternity has come a long way in Banking Journey but many more milestones are yet to be achieved. One such milestone which is now in the process of being adopted across the Asian banks is that of IBAN (International Bank Account Numbers).
RHB Bank to boost Singapore arm by three-fold
This is within the next 2 years.
OCBC to subscribe for new Bank of Ningbo shares worth S$383m
Subscription should be completed by 3Q 2014.
Are mobiles in retail banking chaos or best practice?
The markets of the Asia Pacific region have been amongst the leaders in the adoption of the mobile phone. Andpropelled by the advent of the smartphone and ‘app’, the mobile handset has assumed a major role in the lifestyle of all segments of society.
Here are the biggest IT challenges in financial services industry
In the financial services industry, market opportunities grow faster than IT budgets. Beyond financial institutions, other industries are also faced with the same challenges brought about by technology trends such as big data and social media.
Cash-rich corporates no longer threats to AsiaPac private equity
They're becoming more of a ''friend''.
SWIFT unveils Know Your Customer registry
It will go live in 2014.
DBS and IBM forge banking tech collaboration
Better customer experience envisioned using Big Data.
UOB unveils Delight credit and debit card with Singapore's Dairy Farm
Targets to reward household spenders.
OCBC reveals market rationale for Wing Hang Bank acquisition
Bank positioning for Greater China expansion.
Fears rise over OCBC's risk of overpaying Wing Hang Bank bid
Share price tumbled on bid reports.
DBS unveils fully automated online account service for firms
Open a corporate account in less than 15 minutes.
OCBC bids for Wing Hang Bank
Wing Hang valued at SGD6.7b, says analyst.
Jingle those bells: we are off for Christmas!
Santa is on his sleigh and the elves won't be back until Jan 6.
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