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Investment banking fees jump 38% in H1 2025: report

Citi led the market with $72.9m (US$54m) in fees, capturing a 12.5% share.

Tight liquidity and weak credit appetite slows Indonesia’s loan growth

The central bank may cut rates further to support liquidity.

Singapore is Asia’s top offshore destination of wealthy investors

Saving up for vacation and leisure overtook financial security as the top financial goal.

Malaysia’s Kenanga Investment Bank launches HSCEI, HSTECH structured warrants

Both warrants were launched under its flagship brand, NagaWarrants by Kenanga.

SEA fintechs’ funding drops 22% to $776m in H1 2025

Late-stage investments rose but seed stage and early-stage funding both fell.

PayNet launches Alipay+ and WeChat Pay promos to lift DuitNow QR payments

It includes discounts and even an all-expense trip to Hong Kong.

SSFA issues new guidance for green and transition financing

This guide helps stakeholders in SEA apply the Singapore-Asia Taxonomy for Sustainable Finance.

SCB Tech X appoints new CEO

Kanakakorn has over 20 years of experience in the technology and financial sectors.

OCBC clinches multiple wins at the Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Asia Awards 2025

The financial institution bagged the ASEAN SME Bank of the Year, SME Bank of the Year - Hong Kong, and SME Bank of the Year - Indonesia.

ION Orchard, Visa partner for exclusive retail experiences

ION+ Rewards Members can unlock a variety of premium privileges by shopping with their Visa cards.

Singlife Philippines reaps accolades at Asian Banking & Finance Fintech Awards 2025

The company bagged the Customer Experience Solution Award - Philippines, Mobile App Award - Philippines, and New FinTech Product Award - Philippines categories.

Beyond the code: How mobile banking is weaving a new financial narrative in Asia

For too long, banks have treated their mobile apps as mere extensions of their physical branches.

ANZ customers to spend $280m in Europe travel this summer

Hotel and airline bookings surged 11% in Jan-May 2025.

Only 1 in 10 CBA home loan customers reduced repayments after rate cut

Those in New South Wales were most likely to opt for the reduced repayments.