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How TranSwap helps SMEs expand overseas by cutting FX costs

Their solution was developed with API integration, which enables small transfers in large volumes to be credited in real-time.

How TranSwap helps SMEs expand overseas by cutting FX costs

Their solution was developed with API integration, which enables small transfers in large volumes to be credited in real-time.

Strong growth ahead for China's 2021 retail sales

However, there may be risks over the immediate term due to new COVID-19 wave.

SFC, Police bust alleged ramp and dump scheme

Twelve members of a suspected syndicate were arrested in the joint operation.

Lower credit costs to drive Singapore banks' earnings rebound in 2021

Sufficient provisions, steady capital positions should reduce risks in the near term.

Fintechs' latest acquisitions hint at ASEAN banking sector shake-up

But they are unlikely to pose a challenge as newcomers and incumbents target different clients.

No ‘one-size-fits-all' for mobile bank TMRW

UOB’s mobile-only bank makes use of personalization to attract Thailand, Indonesia’s tech-savvy generation.

Contactless payments shift to overdrive as APAC locks down

Individuals and businesses scramble to adapt, but pitfalls remain.

How Citi ASEAN's workforce champion adaptability, diversity

Joel Fastenberg talks about how Citi rose to the challenge of digitization, work-from-home and diversity.

Debates arise on security law's effects on Hong Kong finance sector

Is there really a capital exodus from Hong Kong to Singapore?

Recovery still not in sight for ASEAN banks

Operational green shoots remain vulnerable as borders are still closed.

What banks are getting wrong in their restructuring plans

Lenders are relying too much on past risk data and numbers instead of long-term growth prospects.

Amidst a crisis, Hong Kong's Mox Bank sees boundless opportunities

The neobank has outlined a bold plan to kickstart a new generation of virtual-savvy customers.

Trials reflect weak economic ground for Cambodian banks

Wide credit-to-GDP elevate risks linked to economic imbalances.

Huge capital gap hounds China's big banks

The gap could expand up to $943b by 2024.

Razer's digital bank proposition aims to dazzle the global youth

The consortium is going big with its dream of meeting the underserved youth’s financial needs globally.

Pandemic disrupts digital banks' momentum in Asia

Their target markets have been severely hit by the pandemic.

End of moratoriums to rain carnage on Singapore banks' H2 prospects: analyst

Loan moratoriums are set to expire in H2, putting asset and loan quality at risk.