News
Mebuki's profits to improve but unrealised losses to rise
Its problem loans ratio is stable due to strong borrower quality.
3 days ago
Mebuki's profits to improve but unrealised losses to rise
Its problem loans ratio is stable due to strong borrower quality.
3 days ago
Why tokenization and funding are two key issues for financial disruptors in 2024
HSBC's Vincent Lau a lineup of 250 speakers to discuss these at Money 20/20 Asia.
3 days ago
Techcombank’s Prasenji Chakravarti lays bare their ESG strategy
The bank is transforming its IT infrastructure to better process green data.
3 days ago
ING names ex-BofA Merril Lynch banker as APAC corporate finance head
Gautam Saxena also founded the venture capital fund Pegasus 7 Ventures.
3 days ago
Endowus launches full-service digital wealth platform in Hong Kong
It is also launching its flagship portfolios in May 2024.
3 days ago
SC Ventures, ENGIE Factory back conservation financing venture
The venture is expected to launch this year.
3 days ago
CIMB’s Dato’ Abdul Rahman Ahmad to step down as group CEO
CIMB has not named a successor yet.
3 days ago
Rising rates lift profitability of Japan’s 77 Bank
The same rising rates will increase the bank’s unrealized losses on its domestic bonds.
3 days ago
Funding to SEA fintechs drop 44% in Q1 but early-stage fintechs fly high
Funding to crypto firms more than tripled compared to Q4 2023.
3 days ago
Philippine National Bank’s profitability to improve on more SME loans
Liquidity is expected to decline as it accelerates lending in 2024.
3 days ago
Superapps to help drive BNPL userbase to 670 million by 2028
Superapps like WeChat and Grab are adopting and offering BNPL services to users.
3 days ago
Overseas Filipinos’ remittances up 3% to $2.95b in Feb
A total of $2.65b in remittances coursed through banks, the central bank said.
Personal remittances from Overseas Filipinos (OFs) grew by 3% to $2.95b in February, according to central bank data.
3 days ago
APAC fintech investment declines, AI funding soars
AI emerges as a leading sector for venture capital, while traditional fintech areas in Asia see reduced funding.
3 days ago
APAC payments gateway market to rise 30% as cashless economy expands
The market is expected to grow by over 11% between 2023-2027.
4 days ago
Trading platform Banxso secures Australian license
It will offer real-time data, analytics tools, and educational resources.
4 days ago
Payment firm Nium now a registered financial service provider in New Zealand
It plans to offer virtual accounts, and debit and prepaid cards, amongst other services.
4 days ago
Bangkok Bank bookmarked $1.09b in cash for Songkran 2024
The cash was expected to have served over 8,000 ATMs and branches.
4 days ago
Commentary
Beyond the Hype: Building Trust in Generative AI for a Secure Financial Future
Empowering green growth through sustainable finance in Bangladesh
The Transformative Power of Finance for the People