Retail Banking
Indonesia loan growth slows with drawdown delays, NPLs under scrutiny
Indonesia loan growth slows with drawdown delays, NPLs under scrutiny
Malaysia-based investors are watching for signs of a recovery going into FY2026F.
10 hours ago
Australia, New Zealand propose reforms on AT1 capital rules
New Zealand wants to remove AT1 capital and introduce more granular standardised weights for credit risk.
1 day ago
ANZ sets up resolution program, to submit remediation plan
ANZ could spend approximately A$150m on implementing the remediation plan.
1 day ago
SCB consolidates retail units under new consumer banking group
It is overhauling its branches as well as upskilling branch staff and relationship managers.
1 day ago
Philippine cash remittances up 3% to $3.18b in July
Cumulative cash remittances for the January-July 2025 period is now at $19.93b.
1 day ago
GXS Bank expands SME lending after Validus acquisition
It’s also targeting Grab merchants and Singtel customers for financing.
2 days ago
ASIC eases disclosure rules on deposit rates for banks
The relief is extended until 1 October 2030.
3 days ago
ANZ fined $240m for incorrect trading reporting and misconduct
This is the largest ever announced by ASIC against one entity.
3 days ago
South Korea’s home mortgage loan growth inch up in August
Resumption of non-face-to-face lending brings back household loans to a growth.
6 days ago
Hong Kong banks lift H1 profits on non-interest income growth
The four banks’ net interest margins are expected to improve in H2 2025.
China renews bilateral swap agreement with ECB, Switzerland, & Hungary
The agreements are valid between three to five years.
ANZ to lay off 3,500 staff, reduce services contractors engagement
It expects a restructuring charge of $560m before tax in H2 2025.
New Zealand seeks feedback on liquidity framework and new CLF
It proposes changes for open market operations, such as reducing the max tenor.
Australia’s ASIC inks MOU with India to enhance cooperation arrangements
They aim to facilitate mutual assistance and information sharing, amongst others.
SCB EASY app adjusts maximum daily transaction limit
Transactions included are transfers to other SCB accounts, accounts to other banks, etc.
Malaysian banks to sustain profits despite slower loan growth
S&P expects loan growth to slow to 4%-5% over the next two years.
CIMB names new growth markets, Singapore unit chief
Victor Lee Meng Teck has resigned and will be on “gardening leave.”
Thought Leadership Centre
Most Read
1. Citi’s new Singapore head is first local to hold the position in 50 years 2. PayPay expands reach to 2 million South Korea stores via Alipay+ gateway 3. GXS Bank expands SME lending after Validus acquisition 4. Alipay+ Voyager customers can book Grab rides in their e-wallets 5. China and Indonesia pilot cross-border QR paymentsResource Center
Read Here
Advertise
Sign Up
Event News
Discover how interconnected data centres are enabling banks to accelerate innovation, strengthen compliance, and achieve sustainable growth.
Commentary
Electronic trading proves its strength in times of volatility
Navigating liquidity challenges for VCs in Asia Pacific
Show, don’t tell: Asian banks need to prove simplification works – here’s how