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Blockchain enhances liquidity in private and alternative investments

Blockchain makes private investments more accessible and boosts financial inclusion.

Blockchain enhances liquidity in private and alternative investments

Blockchain makes private investments more accessible and boosts financial inclusion.

Chinese banks’ assets, profits expand in Q2

Assets of large commercial banks expanded 7.9% during the quarter.

South Korean banks’ net income down 11% in H1 

Interest income grew but net interest margin (NIM) dipped. 

Bank of East Asia logs HK$2.1b profit for H1

Ongoing commercial real estate (CRE) concerns led to the 19.9% decline.

Millennials, Gen Z embrace investing earlier than older gen

Financial security and family support are their top goals in investing.

Social Islami Bank faces weakened funding and liquidity 

The possible withdrawal of central bank support can hurt depositor confidence.

Geopolitics, elections to take APAC banks in a “bumpy ride” in H2

Financial institutions are overall well-buffed against risks.

7 in 10 wealth owners keep assets in at least 2 countries: survey

The report surveyed 13,500 individuals with a net worth between $3m and $99m. 

DBS enhances gov’t grant payouts using blockchain for faster distribution

Once conditions are met, the cash is disbursed automatically.

BOCHK warns against suspicious SMS messages

It reminded customers that it will only send messages starting with a “#”.

EastWest Bank reports $62.12m net income for H1

Its deposits and loans expanded by over 10% compared to H1 2023.

Cambodia, Philippines ink MOU for closer financial cooperation

Representatives participated in a bilateral meeting to discuss macroeconomic and financial developments.

Higher loans carry RCBC’s net income to $79.87m in H1

Net interest margin rose 41 basis points to 3.71%.

Metrobank nabs ex-Citi banker as deputy head of HR

Angeles has worked for Citi, BDO, and HSBC.

PwC loses Bank of China as client: report

Bank of China plans to appoint EY as its auditor for 2024.

Krungthai Card to miss loan growth target for 2024

It should be able to maintain its NPL ratio below 2% for the whole year.