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Fitch gives Singapore central bank two thumbs up for overseeing sector
Fitch gives Singapore central bank two thumbs up for overseeing sector
Local regulatory standards are also evolving.
Challenging capital markets in region drag Maybank's 1HFY14 earnings
But greater cost discipline partly offset result.
Solid fee income drives CITIC Bank's 8.1% y/y 1H14 bottom line growth
Steady net interest income also significantly contributed.
Higher bond investment yield drives ICBC NIM up to 2.62% in 2Q14
Despite higher deposit cost.
Why Thai banks are urged to step up market share protection
Even cost management need to be guarded.
Hong Leong Bank pushing for 10% loan growth in FY15F
To be driven by residential mortages.
It's a bright 2014 for Australia, NZ covered bonds
Their issuers continue to support their programs.
Deutsche Bank launches new transaction banking apps in India
Via its renowned Autobahn App Market.
Good times are rolling once more for Bank of China's overseas business
It also resulted in stronger NIM.
State Bank of India leads branch banking in Mumbai
State-owned banks have largest branch networks.
Huishang Bank's 1H14 net profit jumps 15.8% to CNY2.8b
Loan growth for June was slower YoY.
Bank of Communication's 1H14 net profit climbs 5.6% YoY to CNY36.8b
Loan growth, meanwhile, remained moderate.
Asia's debt cycle to propel growth outlook
Even if exports pick up.
Singapore to be in the thick of US rate concerns
It's a little different from last summer.
Here's what makes Korean banks aptly armed against liquidity shocks
But the improvements could be limited.
Australia banks suffering rising margin pressure
Also subdued demand for credit.
Capital access is hurdle Indonesia's regional banks face
It's a challenge for loan growth.
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