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India’s banks poised for growth despite margin and cost pressures
India’s banks poised for growth despite margin and cost pressures
Impaired loans ratio and credit costs for most banks have bottomed, Fitch said.
Chongqing Rural Commercial Bank to hold steady through 2026
But formation of new bad loans remains a risk to its asset quality.
Thai banks’ earnings expected to drop 9% in Q2 on higher credit costs
Kiatnakin Phatra and SCB X will likely log an increase in credit costs.
ANZ’s group executive for Australia retail is retiring
Maile Carnegie will retire from the role on 1 July 2025.
Thailand names three successful virtual bank applicants
They will need to begin business operations by June 2026.
SoKor, Taiwan, Thailand's banks face deteriorating outlook on trade exposures
These three have hig export exposure and sales to the US.
Shoko Chukin Bank face high problem loans but profitability improving
The higher problem loans ratio may be due to its focus on the SME segment.
Taipei Fubon Commercial Bank well-buffered to withstand market volatility
Asset quality of corporate lending will weaken moderately, however.
ASIC issues warning to influencers promoting high-risk financial products
The influencers are providing unauthorised financial product advice, ASIC said.
Malaysia rolls out innovation lab for climate finance solutions
Greater private sector involvement is needed to accelerate Malaysia’s climate journey.
Bank Central Asia prioritises margin stabilisation over aggressive loan growth
Its LDR and cost-to-income ratio are the lowest amongst its peers, UOBKH said.
1 in 2 Gen Alpha has digital wallet, investment account
Over half uses a digital wallet, and nearly the same share has an investment account
Alipay enables in-store payments using AR glasses in China
Users will confirm payments using their voice.
Salmon Group raises $88m to expand its business in the Philippines
The equity round was led by venture capital firm Spice Expeditions, LP.
Bank Tabungan Negara’s high asset risk remains despite strong capital ratio
Profitability is expected at 0.55% to 0.65% in 2025 on higher credit costs.
Nanyang Commercial Bank still weighed down by property risks in 2025
The de-risking process is expected to take a longer time, Moody’s said.
ANZ names Lachlan Halstead as country head for ANZ China
Halstead had formerly served as country head for ANZ Papua New Guinea.
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