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Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
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Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Singapore reaffirms creditor hierarchy following Credit Suisse AT1 wipeout
Equity holders will absorb losses before AT1 and Tier 2 bondholders, MAS said.
8 hours ago
Credit Suisse’s AT1 debt write down to raise market prices for new issuances
This could hamper issuance of new AT1 in the future.
8 hours ago
Write-off of CS AT1 securities no risk to SG banks: analyst
The strong corporate governance and risk management add bank confidence.
12 hours ago
Standard Chartered’s Straight2Bank launches working capital, loan services
Clients can initiate and approve new loan drawdowns and rollover requests.
1 day ago
India’s banks can withstand fallout from US bank failures, Credit Suisse sale
The companies have manageable exposure to these banks.
1 day ago
OCBC opens Wuhan branch
OCBC Wing Hang Bank (China) now has 19 branches across 14 cities.
1 day ago
Hong Kong’s Fusion Bank launches business banking services for SMEs
Until 31 December, new customers may be exempt from account opening fees.
2 days ago
KBank sees 2 million new users in K PLUS app
The app recorded $292b (THB10t) in total transactions throughout 2022.
2 days ago
UNO Digital Bank offers account opening services to GCash users
GCash users can open a savings or time deposit account with no minimum balance needed.
2 days ago
Stable outlook for Australia’s Defence Bank: Moody’s
Asset quality pressures will remain contained.
2 days ago
Australia’s Alex Bank raising $20m
The bank’s lending strategy focuses on the consumer finance market.
2 days ago
China supports HK's bid for international finance hub status
The bank provided conducive factors through its policies.
3 days ago
Weekly Global News Wrap: Credit Suisse’s $17.2b of bonds written down to none; Credit Suisse says clients may want to move assets after merger
And Hong Kong pushes to become a virtual asset hub.
3 days ago
UBS’ takeover of Credit Suisse ‘insignificant’ to HK’s banking sector: HKMA
The total assets of Credit Suisse’s HK branch represent less than 0.5% of the local banking sector's.
3 days ago
OCBC launches net zero loan for corporates
Companies get a reduced interest rate on their loans when they meet targets.
3 days ago
OCBC launches net zero loan for corporates
3 days ago
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Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Cards & Payments
UOB’s Jacquelyn Tan on triumphing over expectations, biases to succeed in the banking industry
Tan shares how she leads 7,000 people across the region and her thoughts on women in banking.
DBS’ Lareina Wang on why role models matter to women in banking
Only 20% of bankers in C-Suite and senior leadership roles in Hong Kong are women.
Branch Banking
Citi entices Hong Kong’s ultra-wealthy with first-ever Global Wealth Centre
The 10,000-square-foot space is staffed by senior bankers and specialists.
Banking Technology
AI adoption in banking not a race but a question of trust: HSBC exec
AI achievers enjoyed 50% greater revenue growth on average, according to Accenture.
Financial Technology
What’s in store for crypto’s future after the FTX debacle
Asian Banking & Finance spoke with industry experts and crypto leaders to learn how the exchange's bankruptcy affected the industry.
Financial Technology
Intent vs ability: Why lending models must be revised to foster financial inclusion
Current mechanisms leave out SMEs and MSMEs from accessing much-needed credit.
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Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
![]()
Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Singapore reaffirms creditor hierarchy following Credit Suisse AT1 wipeout
Equity holders will absorb losses before AT1 and Tier 2 bondholders, MAS said.
8 hours ago
Credit Suisse’s AT1 debt write down to raise market prices for new issuances
This could hamper issuance of new AT1 in the future.
8 hours ago
Write-off of CS AT1 securities no risk to SG banks: analyst
The strong corporate governance and risk management add bank confidence.
12 hours ago
Standard Chartered’s Straight2Bank launches working capital, loan services
Clients can initiate and approve new loan drawdowns and rollover requests.
1 day ago
India’s banks can withstand fallout from US bank failures, Credit Suisse sale
The companies have manageable exposure to these banks.
1 day ago
OCBC opens Wuhan branch
OCBC Wing Hang Bank (China) now has 19 branches across 14 cities.
1 day ago
Hong Kong’s Fusion Bank launches business banking services for SMEs
Until 31 December, new customers may be exempt from account opening fees.
2 days ago
KBank sees 2 million new users in K PLUS app
The app recorded $292b (THB10t) in total transactions throughout 2022.
2 days ago
UNO Digital Bank offers account opening services to GCash users
GCash users can open a savings or time deposit account with no minimum balance needed.
2 days ago
Stable outlook for Australia’s Defence Bank: Moody’s
Asset quality pressures will remain contained.
2 days ago
Australia’s Alex Bank raising $20m
The bank’s lending strategy focuses on the consumer finance market.
2 days ago
China supports HK's bid for international finance hub status
The bank provided conducive factors through its policies.
3 days ago
Weekly Global News Wrap: Credit Suisse’s $17.2b of bonds written down to none; Credit Suisse says clients may want to move assets after merger
And Hong Kong pushes to become a virtual asset hub.
3 days ago
UBS’ takeover of Credit Suisse ‘insignificant’ to HK’s banking sector: HKMA
The total assets of Credit Suisse’s HK branch represent less than 0.5% of the local banking sector's.
3 days ago
OCBC launches net zero loan for corporates
Companies get a reduced interest rate on their loans when they meet targets.
3 days ago
OCBC launches net zero loan for corporates
3 days ago
Partner Content
Partner Content
Highlights
Highlights
Exclusives
Lending & Credit
Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals
Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.
2 hours ago
Cards & Payments
UOB’s Jacquelyn Tan on triumphing over expectations, biases to succeed in the banking industry
Tan shares how she leads 7,000 people across the region and her thoughts on women in banking.
DBS’ Lareina Wang on why role models matter to women in banking
Only 20% of bankers in C-Suite and senior leadership roles in Hong Kong are women.
Branch Banking
Citi entices Hong Kong’s ultra-wealthy with first-ever Global Wealth Centre
The 10,000-square-foot space is staffed by senior bankers and specialists.
Banking Technology
AI adoption in banking not a race but a question of trust: HSBC exec
AI achievers enjoyed 50% greater revenue growth on average, according to Accenture.
Financial Technology
What’s in store for crypto’s future after the FTX debacle
Asian Banking & Finance spoke with industry experts and crypto leaders to learn how the exchange's bankruptcy affected the industry.
Financial Technology
Intent vs ability: Why lending models must be revised to foster financial inclusion
Current mechanisms leave out SMEs and MSMEs from accessing much-needed credit.
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Stay ahead of attackers, maintain good cyber hygiene: How to strengthen cybersecurity in financial services
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Experts from Akamai Technologies and Security Bank Philippines discussed the latest trends and threats in the financial services sector today.
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Stay ahead of attackers, maintain good cyber hygiene: How to strengthen cybersecurity in financial services
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Experts from Akamai Technologies and Security Bank Philippines discussed the latest trends and threats in the financial services sector today.
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