Asian Banking & Finance - Issue 114

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Finance and creativity go hand-in-hand in building a holistic pool of talents, and veteran banker Christine IP from UOB draws on her arts background to craft her vision for raising the bank’s profile and branding. Read more of her insights on page 14.

Basel III capital hike is not a problem for APAC

Most of banking jurisdictions in most Asia Pacific markets should be able to absorb the moderate increases in capital requirements stipulated under the final Basel III standards.

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Embedded Finance, Digital Banks To Drive SEA's Fintechs

Embedded finance, partnerships, and digital banks will be the three defining trends shaping Southeast Asia’s financial technology (fintech) landscape in the future.

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Will Property Woes Continue To Weigh On Chinese Megabanks?

This year, Chinese megabanks are facing two big hurdles: the government’s mandate that may force banks to take on more risks in the name of propping up China’s embattled property sector; and declining credit demand and interest rates.

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How HomePay Is Combating Renovation Scams In Singapore

Money is put in an escrow account and disbursed when milestones are reached.

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UOB crafts banking strategy with artistic flair

Ip believes that finance and creativity go handin-hand in building a holistic pool of talents.

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How Have Banks' Wealth Management Pivots Played Out In China?

There’s up to $25b in fees to be made in Asia, but it’s a tough market, an analyst said.

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OCBC builds the the next pipeline of talent

Lim weaves in support for women bankers to broader industry talent shortage.

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UBC Aims For Top 5 In Sri Lanka Banking

Chairman Nirvana Chaudhary is prepared to lead amidst a national finance crisis.

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What Makes Malaysia The Next Great Investment Banking Frontier In Southeast Asia?

EVs, takaful insurance, and its proximity to Singapore attract investment activity, according to a BofA executive.

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Why Singaporeans are okay with locking away over $4b of their money

Customers can only access 'locked' money with a physical card or by visiting a branch.

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Asian Banking & Finance Magazine Description:

Asian Banking & Finance Magazine (ABF) is a quarterly magazine that covers the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry. The magazine is published by Charlton Media Group and is available in print and digital formats.

ABF features a mix of editorial content, including:

* News and analysis: The magazine provides in-depth coverage of the latest news and trends in the Asian banking and finance industry, including mergers and acquisitions, regulation changes, and new product launches.
* Interviews: ABF features interviews with senior executives from leading banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as with government officials and industry experts.
* Special reports: The magazine regularly publishes special reports on specific topics related to the Asian banking and finance industry, such as fintech, Islamic finance, and sustainable banking.
* Market data and statistics: ABF provides readers with market data and statistics on the Asian banking and finance industry, including key financial ratios, asset quality, and profitability.

The magazine is aimed at senior executives from banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as government officials, investors, and other professionals who are interested in the Asian banking and finance industry. ABF is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry.