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Hong Kong banks face more property losses as values fall
Hong Kong banks face more property losses as values fall
Property development and investment loans have fallen 15% since end-2022.
China regional banks split on loan quality as property exits accelerate
One third of regional banks have creditworthiness in line with sector averages.
Chinese banks' profitability to stabilise as margin pressure eases
Stable policy rates and less intense funding will alleviate pressure, said S&P Global Ratings.
BSP announces five convictions for rural bank fraud and unlicensed services
Two former rural bank officers were convicted for fraudulent loan transactions.
Chinese banks more resilient as $110b injection and reforms take hold
Reforms and consolidation will strengthen its rural banking sector, S&P said.
APAC consumers trade transfer speed for fraud safety as deepfake fears rise
Singaporeans, Japanese, and Australian consumers are okay with a 24-hour transfer delay.
China's tech advances and reserves to shield fincos from risks
But not every finco will benefit from positive industry developments.
Philippine financial system 'resilient' despite global headwinds: stability council
The system is supported by sound capital and liquidity positions, the council said.
ASB Bank CEO Vittoria Shortt to step down
CBA’s Sinead Taylor will lead ASB Bank beginning 12 December.
Malaysia’s GXBank and IFC ink risk-sharing deal
IFC will provide up to $4.95m in unfunded first-loss coverage.
BSP sees lower transfer fees boosting digital payments, deposits
Some banks reported digital transactions rising by as much as 50%.
Japan's positive rates lift bank earnings
The benefits will outweigh higher bond valuation losses and deposit costs, Fitch said.
Which APAC banks were the best performers in 2026?
India and Singapore logged two banks each, whilst China had the most at five banks.
Bank of Baroda unveils new mobile banking app with voice-enabled payments
The app has voice-enabled navigation, it said.
Trust Bank launches AI Ask for conversational finance queries
The bank said that it will only use the specific customer’s transaction information to answer their question.
Thailand launches framework against illicit activities in the financial sector
The BOT will promote data sharing amongst organisations.
Five HK banks post higher fees but credit costs still elevated
Credit costs remained elevated due to provisions whilst loan growth improved.
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