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HSBC unveils biggest wealth centre in Singapore

Wood, stone, and textured fabrics with layered lighting create a private space.

NAB flags $504m in H1 impairment charges as Middle East conflict bites

It will apply a 1.5% discount to its dividend reinvestment plan to strengthen its capital position.

2 in 3 firms exploring transition finance: study

In APAC, 91% of companies expect stability or growth in the transition finance space.

DBS and OCBC face weaker Q1 profits despite wealth gains

Both are expected to report growth in treasury customer sales.

Think tanks urge Bank of Korea to move from climate research to action

The BOK is called to implement concrete policies that shift financial flows away from high-carbon sectors.

DBS Hong Kong to open Treasures Centre in Kowloon

The three-storey place will serve the bank’s affluent clientele.

MUFG completes $4.26b Shriram Finance investment

It now holds a 20% equity stake in SFL.

Eximbank leadership churn triggers governance vulnerability

Seven board directors and board of supervisors’ members resigned in February.

Eximbank board member withdraws resignation whilst others set to leave

Pham Tuan Anh said he talked with the board and management in making his decision.

Crédit Agricole shifts 350 staff into new Japan office

The group has opened a workplace on the 50th floor of Azabudai Hills Mori JP Tower.

MUFG support may lower Shriram’s risky loans over time: report

It enhances Shriram’s access to capital and funding markets over time, said CreditSights.

CIMB commits to Kuala Lumpur digital MSME push

CIMB and the KL city hall will also host events, festivals, and even public arc initiatives.

UOB faces margin pressure in Q1 as fees ease

Wealth management fees may grow at around 3.3% YoY during the quarter, said CGSI.

OCBC rolls out gen AI skills training programme for wealth advisors

It is now live in Singapore and will be rolled out in Malaysia and Hong Kong at a later date.