Retail Banking

Hong Kong banks expected to report stable profits in 2017

Fee income will improve in the next 12-18 months.

High foreign currency loan-to-deposit ratio a potential risk for Thai banks

The banks' foreign currency LDR is amongst the highest in ASEAN.

Hong Kong banks lag as digital disruptions increase

More than the digital products, banking executives need to focus on what their customers really want.

Australian banks could be scrutinised after latest banking scandal

An analyst says a formal public inquiry into the sector may be on the cards.

Malaysian banks' loan growth hit 5.7% in June

Household loans grew 5% in the same month.

China extends deadline for banks to submit risk assessments

Eight sets of rules were launched by the CBRC since March.

DBS net profit up 8% to $1.14b in Q2

The strong growth in loans boosted the group's income.

Chart of the Week: Thai banks' strong loan-loss coverage

The banks' loan-loss coverage ratio is the highest in ASEAN.

Why physical branches still matter amidst digitalisation

ICBC (Asia), OCBC NISP, Danamon, and other Asian banks reveal how they navigate the digital world whilst ensuring branches remain competitive.

Singapore banks' loan growth to average 7% in 2017

Thanks to improving domestic business sentiments.

Bangkok Bank's net profit up 12% to US$240m in Q2

But NPLs now comprise 3.7% of total loans.

Indian banks most at risk in Southeast Asia

Many banks in India are undercapitalised.