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APAC companies brace for more “ultra long payment delays” in 2025
APAC companies brace for more “ultra long payment delays” in 2025
Over 57% of 2,400 companies surveyed expect a deterioration in late payments.
Indonesian banks’ liquidity likely to improve in H2
NIM is expected to compress for the Q2 2025 period.
Ant International eyes stablecoin licenses in Hong Kong, Singapore: report
The unit is reportedly seeking a related permit in Luxembourg, according to sources.
Weekly Global News Wrap: UBS face stricter capital reqs; BBVA eyes Abu Dhabi branch
And Citi exec expects banking and trading performances to improve.
BPI unveils SINAG bonds, will finance green and social projects
The bonds are structured with a 1.5-year tenor.
Taiwanese domestic banks’ SME loans up NT$52.5b in March
Average NPL ratio fell during the month.
Chinese banks to weather trade-related strains: S&P
Regional banks in coastal provinces are likely to see greater pressure than megabanks.
Deutsche, Ant teams up to improve cross-border payments
They will work on global treasury management and cross-border payment projects.
Taiwan’s outstanding loans up $1.01b in April
The NPL is the same as in March, according to official data.
CMB International to maintain strong profitability through 2026
Returns will be supported by robust fee and commissions income.
OCBC’s revised Great Eastern bid seen having limited financial impact: RHB
RHB maintained a ‘Neutral’ rating on OCBC with a target price of $17.50, representing a 7% upside.
Hong Kong’s millionaire density trails only mainland China: report
It noted Hong Kong as having one of the highest millionaire densities in the world, second only to mainland China.
DBS first to accept CPF LIFE payouts for credit card applications
It aims to expand access to financial products for retirees and seniors receiving monthly payouts.
Commonwealth Bank of Australia completes stake sale in Bank of Hangzhou
CBA received approximately $940m, and CET1 ratio was raised by 17 basis points.
Shenzhen Rural Commercial Bank’s returns to decline slightly through 2026
Net interest margin and loan pressures will weigh on the bank’s asset quality.
Citi clinches ANZ banker as new head of markets for Indonesia
Benny Aroeman has also worked in DBS, HSBC, and Deutsche Indonesia previously.
Deutsche Bank names corporate coverage head for MEA
Majed Julfar will act as the bank’s most senior representative in the UAE.
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