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KEB Hana Bank’s profits stable in 2023, but NIM to decline
KEB Hana Bank’s profits stable in 2023, but NIM to decline
It has improved its cost-to-income ratio and loan portfolio over the years.
Over six out of 10 consumers trust established banks for insurance plans
Only 40% trust digital-only insurers.
RBI approves appointment of Axis Bank new executive director
The approval covers a period of three years beginning 17 August.
Dynamics of banking amidst fintech evolution explained
An expert from Arthur D. Little delves on how fintech revolutionises retail banking whilst corporate banking takes centre stage.
Double digit profit, loan growth in the horizon for Indonesia’s BCA
Net profit will rise by 21% year-on-year.
SEA payment transactions to climb $54t by 2027 – report
Vietnam and Indonesia will have the biggest share in payment transaction volume.
MAS in process of tracing funds, assets related to $1b money laundering case
MAS says it has been in touch with FIs where the potentially tainted funds.
Bangkok Bank clinches license to offer custody services in Vietnam
Services include receipt-delivery, settlement, and clearing, amongst others.
Atome Financial, HSBC extend collaboration to support Philippine market
The partnership also plans to boost new consumer financing products.
MUFG closes $50m Islamic green trade finance facility for Sime Darby Motors
Proceeds will be used for working capital needs related to EVs.
Hang Seng Bank warns of phishing emails, fake website
The bank reminded customers that it will never ask them to log in through embedded links.
Payoneer SG obtains MPI licence, broadens services horizon
The licence will enable them to service more SMEs in the country.
Survey shows half of commuters in APAC need a more efficient way of paying their fare – Visa
About 45% of commuters from APAC were open to fare capping if implemented.
Sumitomo Mitsui’s 2023 profit jumps more than three-fourths of the way
Net profit for 2023 was Y52.2t, versus the Y29.7t the previous year.
Central bank reveals new regulatory framework for stablecoins
It seeks to ensure a high degree of value stability for regulated stablecoins.
More cryptocurrency users in India by 2027, to surpass US and UK combined
India is expected to account for 33% of one billion global users in four years.
Public Bank ties with PRO-NET, bolster presence in NEV industry
The bank commits NEV lending to reach RM33b by 2025.