Singapore
Guess which among Singapore's big three banks lead FY13 earnings race
Your guess is as good as ours.
What Singapore banks need to know to implement MAS Notice 643
The Monetary Authority of Singapore issued Notice 643 “Transactions with Related Parties” on 2 April 2013 which sets out the MAS requirements related to transactions between banks in Singapore and their Related Parties.
3 big risks DBS should watch out for
Clue: asset quality deterioration.
Here's how much Singapore banks' net interest margin dropped since 2008
And earnings will shrink 6%.
Why Asia-Pac banks smile in the face of Basel III Liquidity Ratios
Bankers everywhere are very familiar, and in one or two cases possibly slightly apprehensive, about the new liquidity and funding requirements that are the new Basel III regime. The acronyms themselves encompass some relatively straightforward arithmetic.
OCBC held hostage by Wing Hang Bank
Share price weakness likely to persist.
DBS Bank crowned most valuable Singapore, ASEAN bank
Brand value jumped to $4b.
Trends in the investment management industry for 2014
In 2013, the finance industry in Asia continued to drive global economic growth, with key markets China and India leading the charge. Moving forward into 2014, Asia Pacific is expected to continue growing as a financial hub with more investment opportunities.
Krung Thai Bank targets 5-7% loan growth in 2014
It's also eyeing 15% fee income growth.
Trade finance trends and risks in Singapore you should know about
The Financial Stability Review (FSR)(1) report provides financial institutions a good understanding of the global macro economy and its effect on Singapore-based banks. In particular, the MAS highlights “the banking sector needs to guard against credit quality deterioration and liquidity risks”.
What you need to know about International Bank Account Numbers
Asian Banking and Finance fraternity has come a long way in Banking Journey but many more milestones are yet to be achieved. One such milestone which is now in the process of being adopted across the Asian banks is that of IBAN (International Bank Account Numbers).
RHB Bank to boost Singapore arm by three-fold
This is within the next 2 years.
OCBC to subscribe for new Bank of Ningbo shares worth S$383m
Subscription should be completed by 3Q 2014.
Are mobiles in retail banking chaos or best practice?
The markets of the Asia Pacific region have been amongst the leaders in the adoption of the mobile phone. Andpropelled by the advent of the smartphone and ‘app’, the mobile handset has assumed a major role in the lifestyle of all segments of society.
Here are the biggest IT challenges in financial services industry
In the financial services industry, market opportunities grow faster than IT budgets. Beyond financial institutions, other industries are also faced with the same challenges brought about by technology trends such as big data and social media.
Cash-rich corporates no longer threats to AsiaPac private equity
They're becoming more of a ''friend''.