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South Korean banks’ bad loans ratio up in October
South Korean banks’ bad loans ratio up in October
The proportion of bad loans rose whilst resolved loans decreased by around US$1.29b.
Malaysian banks see corporate, household loan growth in November
Outstanding loans extended to SMEs expanded by 7.9% during the month.
Philippine central bank amends policy on bounced checks
It has also reintroduced the Intraday Settlement Facility for banks.
How 2024 will spark financial services innovation in Southeast Asia
The future belongs to firms who seize the potential of transformative technologies to shape the next generation of financial services.
BDO, top Asian banks publish new report on climate initiatives
The report offers practical insights and recommendations for financial institutions assessing transition finance cases.
Cross-border payments, embedded finance to be boosted in 2024: analyst
Embedded financial services will become increasingly popular during the year.
VietinBank takes home Project Infrastructure Finance Deal of the Year Award - Vietnam
The accolade is in recognition of VietinBank’s role in financing the $128m Nam Tien Phong industrial zone and port complex, a project anticipated to attract substantial foreign investment.
CIMB Singapore triumphs in multiple categories with innovative financial solutions
The bank took home awards for Singapore International Cash Management Bank of the Year, Singapore International SME Partnership Initiative Bank of the Year, Syndicated Loan of the Year - Singapore and Innovative Deal of the Year - Singapore.
ZA Bank rolls out tax loan, offers cash rewards
Even unsuccessful loan applicants can receive a reward.
Singapore warns of scammers impersonating central bank officers
About 41 individuals have fallen victim to scammers, with $2.6m in losses.
Partnerships, carbon action, talent acquisition key for SEA banks’ in 2024: analyst
Developing new workforce capability is now a necessity given macro factors.
SCB names ex-Citi banker as new SVP and chief wholesale banking officer
Parksuwan has worked for Citi Thailand and HSBC Bank Thailand.
MUFJ to buy Aussie pension company Link Group
The Japanese banking giant is acquiring 100% of issued shares of Link Group.
Mizuho introduces new medium-term targets for financed emmissions
The new targets are in the automotive and maritime transport sectors.
Weekly Global News Wrap: Citi to exit distressed-debt trading business; Korea seeks to fine HSBC, BNP Paribas
And Germany seizes $790m from the bank account of a Russian financial institution.
Korean central bank inks deal to develop system for testing CBDCs
LG CNS Co. will develop a set of systems for the test.
StanChart SG onboards 10,000 clients in SC Inner Circle
These clients deliver feedback and insights on initiatives and products.
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