Frances Gagua

Bank of China HK’s HKD prime rate, savings deposit rate unchanged

Savings accounts with HK$1m will enjoy a bonus rate of 0.001% per annum.

HSBC winding down wealth, personal banking business in New Zealand

The bank can no longer justify investing into this business, it said in a statement.

Citi launches sustainable time deposit for India-based institutional clients

This is the product’s third market, after Singapore and Hong Kong.

DBS launches multi family office platform

The bank is already in talks with over 20 clients and prospects across Asia.

How Maybank SG's YES fuels tech growth of new SMEs

Over 500 business owners discover a groundbreaking e-financing solution that empowers SMEs to thrive in the digital age.

Trust Is Key to Successful Digital Banking Services

Organisations in Singapore today understand that customers want convenience and a personal touch when interacting with them and utilising their services. This is especially true of the banking and insurance sectors.

Aggressive loan growth leaves HDBank more vulnerable to risks

Its asset quality may be further strained by its planned acquisition of a ‘weak’ bank

CIMB reaps benefits from de-risking, cost optimisation initiatives

Net interest margin compression will be offset by improved profits and stable capital.

OCBC to remain strong and stable through 2024: Moody’s

Asset quality and nonperforming loans will likely remain between 1% to 1.5% in 2023-2024. 

Hang Seng Bank to launch RMB counter on 19 June

The bank’s shares will be designated as dual counter securities by the stock exchange.

MAS to set expectations on credible transition planning

The guidance will cover FIs governance frameworks in managing climate-related financial risks.

Citi Commercial Bank names head of corporate finance for ASEAN

Citi has also named a new country head for Citi Commercial Bank Malaysia.

South Korea’s new capital buffers to strengthen banking system’s resilience

No capital raising or sheet adjustment is expected from the country’s biggest banks.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia waives transaction fee for overseas money transfers

The waived fees exclude Japanese yen transactions in its CommBiz platform.

Shareholder support key for Hong Kong virtual banks to weather failure risks

Six out of the eight virtual banks in the city reported narrower losses in 2022.

Korean banks’ net income jump 24% in Q1

Interest income declined as a result of interest rates falling during the period.