Retail Banking

Revised rules bolster Korean banks’ competition, but no silver bullet to thriving: analysts

The proposed revisions will pave the way for mergers and bolster competitiveness.

Mizuho, Shinhan ink cooperation agreement to service start-ups

They will provide financial services to start-ups in accordance with start ups’ growth stage.

China state-owned banks to post ‘sharp’ revenue decline: report

Banks are battling lower lending rates, ongoing property woes, and low interest margin.

Jeonbuk Bank profits to weaken from real estate lending woes

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

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.

RCBC net profit up 1.38% to $109.55m in H1

Earnings per share is PHP5.63 for the period.

Hiring freeze felt as HK banks focus on talent development

Many senior roles in banking get cut, but relationship managers, private bankers, and tech roles remain sought after.

India assures banks it’s ready to manage outflow of Russian funds: report

Russian companies have accumulated billions of rupees in local banks.

Mizuho Financial Group reports $1.71b in profits for Q1 FY2023

Net income per share of common stock is JPY96.75 for the quarter.

Standard Chartered Asia's income up 23% in H1

11 Asian markets registered record incomes.

Ardshinbank clinches top honour as the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year - Armenia

Their exceptional growth and customer-centric approach secure the prestigious ABF Retail Banking Award.