Retail Banking

Earnings boost for Australian banks in 2021, but headwinds persist

Deterioration in asset quality will likely emerge in 2021.

Rough road ahead for big three banks after improved Q3

OCBC, DBS, and UOB’s earnings rose in Q3—but 2021 presents a tough test as fiscal, monetary relief gets withdrawn.

Westpac to exit China, other Asian markets

It will consolidate operations into branches in Singapore, London, and New York.

Philippine banks remain firm, but headwinds loom: Fitch

Weak local consumption and high credit impairment are fanning the fire.

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.

Singapore regulator probing reports on suspicious bank transfers

An appropriate action will be taken based on its own review.

CIMB Bank to open branches in Malaysia over two weekends

This is to facilitate financial aid to clients upon the expiry of the loan moratorium.

Recovery still not in sight for ASEAN banks

Operational green shoots remain vulnerable as borders are still closed.

Philippine banking system edges closer to a digital revolution

The market has qualities favorable for virtual banks to thrive.

Chinese banking sector's net profits down 24.6% YoY in Q2

Improvement in sight for H2, but lenders may face capital shortfall.

Malaysia drops criminal charges vs Goldman Sachs over 1MDB

The bank has earlier agreed to pay $3.9b as settlement.

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.

Singapore regulator floats new SGD facility for banks

It will be launched in the week of 28 September.