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This week in finance: CIMB Singapore's new card for sole proprietors; banks' real estate woes; in-app chat services heat up
This week in finance: CIMB Singapore's new card for sole proprietors; banks' real estate woes; in-app chat services heat up
GoTyme Bank is now compatible with Google Pay.
14 minutes ago
GoTyme Bank rolls out crypto investment services in the Philippines
Customers can invest in 11 cryptos without registering on a third-party platform.
6 hours ago
Malaysia’s GXBank facilitated 220 million transactions in 2025
The bank has also disbursed about MYR25m to MSMEs via GX FlexiLoan.
6 hours ago
APAC DM banks take on more risk as margins shrink
Aussie banks are growing their SME exposure whilst other banks are expanding overseas.
13 hours ago
Citi boost FX team in Japan, JANA, and Asia South with new hires
New hires include a head of corporate FX sales in India and three director-level hires.
1 day ago
China Zheshang Bank credit costs to stay elevated over next two years
Loans to the property sector and inclusive finance will remain problems.
1 day ago
GoTyme Bank now compatible with Google Pay
Customers can pay without entering card details whenever there’s a Google Pay button.
1 day ago
CIMB's new card gives 114-day interest-free drawdowns to small businesses
It offers 114 days interest-free period for working capital loans.
1 day ago
RBI begins linking payments system with Europe’s instant payment settlement
The proposed linkage is expected to facilitate cross-border remittances.
2 days ago
BSP says customers can still withdraw over $8,750 without delays
Customers will need to show a legitimate purpose of withdrawal.
2 days ago
8 in 10 young Aussies suffered financial difficulties in 2025
Just 30% think they will afford a comfortable place to live in the next 12 months.
2 days ago
Hong Kong’s banks pressured by real estate stress and lower margins in 2026
Many banks have begun cutting property exposure.
2 days ago
Siam Commercial Bank enables transaction completion via in-app chat
Customers do not need to enter account numbers or save QR codes.
3 days ago
HSBC China’s asset quality, profitability stable: Moody’s
The bank has a track record of sound asset quality, the ratings agency said.
3 days ago
Maybank’s net profit up 3.7% to $1.9b in 9M 2025
Net fund based income and higher NOII helped lift up profits.
3 days ago
Japanese megabanks see profit rise, but capital remains a weakness
Overseas expansion is another risk, as it could raise credit costs, warned Fitch.
3 days ago
Bank Australia solidifies competitive position with AUB merger: S&P
The bank has earlier announced a merger with Qudos Bank.
4 days ago
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