Expert Opinion

How can banks defend against AI-driven fraud?

Almost half of Asia-Pacific banks lose more than $10m to fraud yearly.

Can Asia’s banks make stablecoins work across borders?

Asia’s big but fragmented banking markets pose a key challenge.

Can China make the renminbi a global currency?

Chinese banks are expanding cross-border use as Beijing keeps capital controls.

Can AI replace wealth advisers?

Affluent investors still seek human judgement for major financial decisions.

Can climate rules become banks' next business?

Many businesses still lack reliable emission data.

Will free bank transfers accelerate digital payments?

The Philippine central bank expects lower costs to boost digital payments.

How quickly will Hong Kong banks recover from commercial property losses?

Most problem property loans have already surfaced, but risks remain.

How could China's investment curbs shift wealth between Singapore and Hong Kong?

Rules taking effect on 1 July allow reviews of deals tied to national security.

How exposed are Philippine banks to Iran war?

Debt in oil-sensitive sectors could spill into the banking system.

How can Singapore’s big banks offset weaker lending margins?

Net interest income at DBS, OCBC, and UOB is expected to fall this year.

How will China’s bank restructuring law reshape the industry?

Stronger lenders may acquire stakes in weaker financial institutions.

How can Thai banks close the gap in wealth fee income?

KBank and SCB are best placed in wealth services with digital tools and segmentation.

How can foreign ownership shape India’s financial institutions?

Capital access may improve but credit impact depends on risk discipline and governance.

How can HSBC and StanChart-backed stablecoins change HKD payments?

Different target users may determine whether bank-led tokens gain everyday traction.

How can Vietnam lenders manage liquidity stress?

The loan-deposit growth gap pushes banks toward risky wholesale funding.

How can China balance bank pricing power with financial stability?

Lenders gain when prices rise but bear losses when loans sour.