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Strong income drives CIMB to a 26.2% net profit growth in H1

An interim dividend of 17.5 sen per share has been proposed.

Maybank’s first half profits surge 26% YoY

Its further expansion was dampened by a contraction in net fund-based income.

New Zealand banks to persevere amidst inquiry by Commerce Commission: S&P Global

The banks, Australia-owned, hold a total market share of 85%.

Foreign currency deposits push Hong Kong deposits to a 1.2% rise in July

Hong Kong dollar deposits dipped, whilst foreign deposits rose.

Chinese banks cut deposit rates: report

The banks cut deposit rates between 5 and 25 basis points.

MAS-licenced MoneyOwl to wind down financial advisory business

The company found that its advisory business is not financially viable.

Hong Kong has issued US$22b in green bonds: report

Proceeds for the bonds have been allocated or earmarked for green projects.

Mizuho Financial Group issues $817m green bond

Funds raised will be used to finance green projects, the group announced.

CITIC Limited reports $4.4b profit in H1

An EPS of RMB1.10 has been announced.

Statrys receives accolade at ABF Retail Banking Awards for comprehensive payment solution

It offers a wide range of services and boasts competitive exchange rates for FX services.

Virtual bank Trust turns one; 2.1 million transactions logged

The bank is giving away 100,000 bags of rice and doubling its referral rewards.

Alipay+, Malaysia’s PayNet ink deal for smooth digital payments

This further expands the regional cross-border digital payment plan of Alipay+.

Public Bank posts 18% YoY net profit growth for 1H 2023

Its overseas operations accounted for 7.8% of the overall earnings.