APAC

ESG-linked sukuk issuance treads an upward path

Over $4.3b of ESG-linked sukuk was issued globally in Q2 2022.

ESG-linked sukuk issuance treads an upward path

Over $4.3b of ESG-linked sukuk was issued globally in Q2 2022.

Citi unveils Sustainable Time Deposit solution in APAC

It will fund environmental and social projects such as water and sanitation infrastructure.

Higher rates to raise Asian bank’s net interest margins, but risks may intensify

Asset quality will not significantly deteriorate, but banks face risks if US rate hikes are larger than expected.

PayMongo, Atome offers BNPL services to 10,000 Philippine merchants

This comes as the share of cash payments is expected to fall further by 2025.

Citi names C.R. Sambamurthy as Asia head of Citigold

Sambamurthy has a 34-year career with Citi prior to his new role.

Strengthening ability to withstand uncertainties ‘crucial’ for financial stability, says Deloitte Singapore Audit & Assurance Chief Strategy & Operations Officer

Ho Kok Yong said the financial services sector should stay vigilant about inflation, turbulence in capital markets, and the implication of ‘policy normalisation.’ 

Respond to client needs first amidst big volumes of data, says Bain & Co partner

Edy Widjaja said acting the best digital and data talent helps deliver value to customers creating a virtuous cycle attracting further talent.

EY partner: Digitalisation, sustainability initiatives to continue ‘in the long run’

Nam Soon Liew said that financial institutions need to double down on cybersecurity and financial crime compliance amidst digitalisation.

Number of ATMs in APAC continue to fall in 2022

A declining installed base in China is pushing down the numbers.

Data is the bane and boon of addressing sustainable investment gap

Wielding this tool the right way is key to pushing and meeting ESG goals, says Experian’s Sisca Margaretta.

Chart of the Week: APAC investment bank fees down 9% in H1

ECM fees fell 42% after a record-setting 2021.

Crédit Agricole CIB announces new senior hires for APAC

The hires are for the Debt Origination and Advisory department.

StanChart taps ex-JP Morgan banker as new CIO for North Asia

Cheng was head of Asia Equity Strategy for JP Morgan Private Bank.

MUFG names Manoj Bhatia as head of corporate global subsidiary banking

Bhatia will continue his role as head of GSB Asia Pacific.

Harnessing seamless digital experiences for growth in payments market

Payments sector needs to strike a balance between convenience and security.

HSBC renews bancassurance partnership with Allianz

It will cover six markets, with HSBC and Allianz offering life and non-life products.