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Validus Capital co-founder to share secrets in solving SME lending challenges

Validus Capital co-founder to share secrets in solving SME lending challenges

Co-founder and Executive Chairman Vikas Nahata reveals how Validus empowers SMEs in Southeast Asia with transparent supply chain financing.

Jeonbuk Bank profits to weaken from real estate lending woes

Asset quality and profitability will weaken through 2024, Moody’s said.

QR payments seen to skyrocket by 2028 – Study

Its transaction volume is expected to reach 90 billion by 2028.

Which countries charge the highest ATM withdrawal fees?

The Philippines is the most expensive place in Asia to withdraw cash via ATM.

Gojek launch point rewards program with yuu, DBS

Users can earn up to 37 points for every $1 spent on Gojek rides.

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.

KEB Hana Bank’s profits stable in 2023, but NIM to decline

It has improved its cost-to-income ratio and loan portfolio over the years.

RBI approves appointment of Axis Bank new executive director

The approval covers a period of three years beginning 17 August.

Dynamics of banking amidst fintech evolution explained

An expert from Arthur D. Little delves on how fintech revolutionises retail banking whilst corporate banking takes centre stage.

SEA payment transactions to climb $54t by 2027 – report

Vietnam and Indonesia will have the biggest share in payment transaction volume.

MAS in process of tracing funds, assets related to $1b money laundering case

MAS says it has been in touch with FIs where the potentially tainted funds.

Bangkok Bank clinches license to offer custody services in Vietnam

Services include receipt-delivery, settlement, and clearing, amongst others.

Atome Financial, HSBC extend collaboration to support Philippine market

The partnership also plans to boost new consumer financing products.