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South Korean banks' delinquency rate inches up to 0.48% in October
South Korean banks' delinquency rate inches up to 0.48% in October
Resolved loans decreased by $1.8b month-on-month.
Global cryptocurrency market to growth by $34.5b in 2028
Key driver includes increased investment in digital assets.
Reserve Bank of New Zealand calls for increased efforts in financial inclusion
According to the World Bank, around 50,000 New Zealanders remain unbanked.
JCB expands payment options for UK travel application
This ensures a seamless application process for its 158 million cardholders globally.
PCG, Black Bear Merchant Services team up to launch AbbyPay
It plans to expand to Japan, Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand.
RACQ to sell 90% of insurance business to IAG
If completed, the transaction alter the strategic positioning of the broader group.
Japanese regional banks' gross profits rises to $150.3m in September
Net interest income also grew to $137.75m.
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Over 60% of respondents in Australia, China, and India find credit-building tools to be useful.
IFC, HSBC team up to introduce $1b risk-sharing facility
It is part of IFC's Global Trade Liquidity Programme.
Singapore needs layered strategy against fraud
Scam and cybercrime cases in the city-state rose 18% to 28,751 in the first half.
South Korean industrial lending rises by $12.14b in Q3 2024
Lending for working capital rose by $2.16b (KRW 3.1t).
National Bank of Cambodia, Mastercard team up to launch Bakong Tourists App
Tourists can top up their account by linking it to their Mastercard.
7 in 10 Singaporeans financially struggle with partners: survey
Couples identified unexpected expenses as a leading cause of stress.
Vietnam, Cambodia to strengthen ties in central bank management
Both parties also reaffirmed their commitment to connect retail payments using QR codes.
Weekly Global News Wrap: China, HK regulators to boost offshore listings, Crédit Agricole to raise stake in Banco BPM
And Google Payment Corp. is under federal supervision over risks to consumers.
HKMA adds new spatial dataset via Open API
It includes details on five types of self-service banking machines of 20 retail banks.
New action plan to advance China's digital finance sector by 2027
It focuses on digitalising financial institutions and leveraging data and technology.
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