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South Korean banks’ bad loans ratio up in October

South Korean banks’ bad loans ratio up in October

The proportion of bad loans rose whilst resolved loans decreased by around US$1.29b.

Malaysian banks see corporate, household loan growth in November

Outstanding loans extended to SMEs expanded by 7.9% during the month.

Philippine central bank amends policy on bounced checks

It has also reintroduced the Intraday Settlement Facility for banks.

ZA Bank rolls out tax loan, offers cash rewards

Even unsuccessful loan applicants can receive a reward.

Singapore warns of scammers impersonating central bank officers

About 41 individuals have fallen victim to scammers, with $2.6m in losses.

It's the most wonderful time of the year for ABF!

Asian Banking & Finance will be back on 8 January 2024.

SCB names ex-Citi banker as new SVP and chief wholesale banking officer

Parksuwan has worked for Citi Thailand and HSBC Bank Thailand.

MUFJ to buy Aussie pension company Link Group

The Japanese banking giant is acquiring 100% of issued shares of Link Group.

Mizuho introduces new medium-term targets for financed emmissions

The new targets are in the automotive and maritime transport sectors.

Weekly Global News Wrap: Citi to exit distressed-debt trading business; Korea seeks to fine HSBC, BNP Paribas

And Germany seizes $790m from the bank account of a Russian financial institution.

Korean central bank inks deal to develop system for testing CBDCs

LG CNS Co. will develop a set of systems for the test.

StanChart SG onboards 10,000 clients in SC Inner Circle

These clients deliver feedback and insights on initiatives and products.

Deutsche Bank doubles its Indonesia capital to $644m

This is the third time it raised its capital in an APAC market this year.

BPI, RBC merger approved

It will take effect on 1 January, with BPI as the surviving entity.

HKMA reprimands TNG Asia for inadequate compliance systems

The HKMA has reprimanded and ordered TNG to pay a pecuniary penalty of HK$1.6m for contravening section 8Q of the PSSVFO.

Bangladesh’s Dutch-Bangla Bank to face tough operating conditions in 2024: S&P

The bank should be able to maintain its satisfactory franchise, however.