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Higher provisions to squeeze Indonesia bank profits as geopolitical risks mount

Higher provisions to squeeze Indonesia bank profits as geopolitical risks mount

An expectd 5% GDP growth should support an 8% to 9% loan expansion in 2026, said Fitch Ratings.

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APAC private banking shifts as asset managers tighten grip

Geographically, China made up 30.50% of the private banking market size in 2025.

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Philippine banks face slower loans and rising credit costs in 2026

The Middle East war and an earlier graft scandal is weighing on loan demand, says CreditSights.

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Taiwan deposits hit $2.1t as forex falls

Foreign currency holdings were NT$8.91t versus NT$9.11t in March 2025.

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Australia rate hikes may slow lending at major banks

Refinancing activity could rise as borrowers search for cheaper mortgages.

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APAC transfer take rate sinks to 2.4% despite $0.62t flows

Africa posts highest regional charge at 5.5%, followed by Latin America and the Caribbean.

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Wealth clients shift focus from returns to retirement security

Advisers face pressure to deliver faster service and broader financial planning.

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China bank margins to recover as rate cuts pause but NPLs linger

Retail loan NPLs are yet to peak, said UOB Kay Hian.

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Indian banks hit 1.4% ROA as profit pressure builds

The 2025 return on assets was the sector’s highest level in over a decade

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How will China’s bank restructuring law reshape the industry?

Stronger lenders may acquire stakes in weaker financial institutions.

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Vietnam and Thailand NBFIs most exposed to energy shocks: Fitch

NBFIs in India and Indonesia face higher funding costs as currency depreciates.

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Asia adds just 1 fintech unicorn in Q1 2026

Juspay raised $50m in January to hit a $1.2b valuation.

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Japanese megabank deposits lag loans as funding gap threatens lending capacity

M&A involving Japanese companies rose 8.8% in 2025.

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Hong Kong wallets surge as card share drops to 31% online

HKQR and contactless payment acceptance accelerated mobile transaction adoption.

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Singapore banks benefit from safe-haven flows amidst Middle East conflict

Investors are shifting assets to the city-state for stability and protection.

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Japan's megabanks eye record earnings as BOJ rate hikes boost margins

Their earnings may further rise over the next two years.

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Japan fintech market to hit $33b with 13% CAGR

Artificial intelligence blockchain and machine learning are driving sector expansion.

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