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BSP welcomes the Philippines' removal from AML/CFT grey list
BSP welcomes the Philippines' removal from AML/CFT grey list
The central bank said that it has strengthened its AML/CFT regime.
Here’s how UOB plans to grow its loans and ROE
The Singapore bank is relying on growth from its ASEAN 4 markets.
Nam A Bank to enjoy improved capital and profitability through 2026
Asset quality pressures are expected to moderate over the next 12-18 months.
SME loan exposure raises Bank Rakyat Indonesia’s asset risk
Profitability is also set to decrease in 2025, Moody’s said.
Trust Bank reaches 1 million customers, unveil TrustInvest
Its revenue is S$97m for 2024.
Bangkok Bank approves paying out $485m for dividends
The THB6.5 per ordinary share will be paid out on 9 May.
Japan Post Bank’s net income up 17% to $2.05b in Q3 FY2025/3
Net income per share is JPY85.26.
BEA’s profits up 11.9% to $591.9m in 2024
Operating profit before impairment losses is up 3%.
Kotak Mahindra Bank set for growth as RBI lifts restrictions
The Indian bank is allowed to onboard new customers and issue new credit cards.
HSBC’s profits rise in FY2024; total dividend is $0.87
The fourth interim dividend is $0.36 per share.
Mizuho Bank, GenZero ink MOU for transition credit-use
They aim to develop capital raising mechanisms that use the credits.
Endowus launches US dollar time deposit service in Hong Kong
Minimum service is US$10,000, and rates are updated daily.
BoCom to prioritize risk control, moderate loan book growth: S&P
Its loan book is projected to grow slower in 2024-2026.
MariBank launches new investment offering
The Mari Invest Income offers zero transaction fees with S$1 minimum investment.
Romance scams expose banks to reputational risks, fines: Moody’s
Romance scam-linked entities rose to a six-year high in 2024.
Hang Seng Bank profits up 3% to HK$18.38b in 2024
Earnings per share is HK$9.33; whilst total dividend is HK$6.8.
Thai banks’ lending dip 0.4% in Q4 2024
Central bank says there is need to monitor SMEs and households’ ability to repay debt
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