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Manulife, Standard Chartered expand 2016 ties
Manulife, Standard Chartered expand 2016 ties
Manulife will gain access to the bank’s clientele.
PH banks maintained loan standards in Q1
An estimated 3 in 4 banks maintained credit standards for housing loans.
Indonesian banks gave out more new loans in Q1
But the number is lower than in Q4 2023 and will slow down further in Q2.
Alipay+ inks deal with Jeju tourism org for exclusive offers to foreign visitors
Foreign visitors can enjoy up to 50% discounts from ZeroPay merchants.
Thailand’s central bank appoints three new senior roles
Two deputy governors are rotating while one assistant governor is moving up.
Centralised AI models propel financial institutions' success
Financial sectors see major benefits from centralised AI strategies, though future shifts are anticipated.
China banking focuses on credit structure optimisation
PwC said the sector needs to continue to implement strategic initiatives.
Overseas expansion impacts Korean banks’ OE score
Despite Korea's high GDP per capita, the current level suggests there's still room for improvement.
Nium, Thredd expand virtual card partnership
The two fintech companies have issued 86 million virtual cards worldwide.
South Korean banks’ loan delinquency rate rise in February
Corporate, SME, and household loans all saw their delinquency rates rise.
APAC finance professionals more confident on economy but talent risks rise
US economy resilience and improvements in China and Japan propped up their confidence.
PH’s BillEase clinched $5m investment from Credit Saison lending arm
BillEase has achieved profitability in 2023 and delivered 47% return on equity.
VPBank’s asset quality at risk amidst housing slowdown
About 1 in 5 of its loans are real estate loans.
Funding Societies, SGeBIZ to offer embedded finance solution for SG businesses
The solution aims to help businesses manage their cash flow.
Bank of Singapore HK names ex-chief of Credit Suisse HK as its new chief executive
Rickie Chan succeeds Cindy Wong, who will serve as advisor until 31 May.
Deutsche Bank cuts 10 private banking roles in Asia: report
The bank has cut about 60 roles in Singapore and Hong Kong over the past year.
Deutsche Bank appointed by Euroclear as cash settlement and forex bank in Korea
It involves bond activities for Korea Treasury Bonds and Monetary Stabilization Bonds.
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