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RHB and OSK complete merger

RHB Holdings Hong Kong is now a member of the RHB Banking Group.

RHB and OSK complete merger

RHB Holdings Hong Kong is now a member of the RHB Banking Group.

SMBC launches commercial banking business in India

Says it was encouraged by India’s high growth potential.

Philippines sues Maybank affiliate for tax evasion

Philmay Property, Inc being sued for US$4.2 million in unpaid taxes.

Cut in CRR needed to benefit borrowers

Refinancing pressure prevents borrowers from benefiting from government rate cuts.

Philippines increases MBO deposit limits by 63%

Move intends to help promote financial inclusion in rural areas.

India launches first Islamic equity index

Provides a new benchmark for Islamic investors.

ANZ's profits jumped a measly 1% to US$3.04b

Improved results due to cost cutting and better Asian business.

HK and Singapore banks fear losing key staff

Nine in 10 banks and financial services firms also experience recruitment problems.

Top 3 Chinese banks report double digit earnings growth

Growth rate will keep slowing as margins ease, however.

BOCHK is best geared to positive CNH developments

Thanks to HKMA easing restrictions on offshore RMB.