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Japan's bank lending surges at record pace in May
Japan's bank lending surges at record pace in May
Pandemic-struck companies turn to loans to meet funding needs.
Strong industrial sector brings robust capital to Taiwanese banks
Current lower-for-longer interest rates will support fragile profits.
APAC investment banking fees reach record $11.6b in H1
This is the highest value attained for a first half period since 2000.
China exposes 38 errant shareholders of financial institutions
Such disclosures would be a regular fixture, the regulator said.
Indian banks seizing bonds in hopes of government support
A support for the bond market is vital for India's record borrowing plan.
Indonesia mulls returning banking regulation to central bank
The president is reportedly unhappy about the Financial Services Authority's performance.
Japan's regional banks gain lifeline with regulator's strategy switch
The Financial Services Agency has let go of its bank inspection manual.
How BPI fused heritage and future in revamped Makati branch
This is the bank’s first branch to have an interactive screen.
Indonesia cautions against excessive bank withdrawals
Its banking watchdog assured that the sector is well-capitalised, on aggregate.
Eight in 10 SMEs in ASEAN rely on technology for cash flow woes
Technology is the top investment priority by most of the respondents.
Australia's fintech deal activity slumps anew in Q2
Only 12 transactions were recorded compared to 18 in Q1.
Time deposits at South Korean banks down by $8.83b in June
More people are holding on to their money amidst record-low rates.
Hong Kong, Singapore play catch-up with mobile banking apps
European financial firms dominated the global top ten of Sia Partners’ study.
Roadblocks ahead for Japanese banks as credit costs balloon
NPLs will rise as SME default rates stack up.
South Korean fresh loan rates up to 2.82% in May
The expansion follows four consecutive months of declines.
Pandemic may set back Indian banking sector's recovery for years
Nonperforming loans are expected to hit 13-14% of total loans for FY2020-21.
ADB inks $200m loan to improve Nepal's power supply
It will fund the reinforcement of Kathmandu Valley’s supply system.
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