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MAS to set expectations on credible transition planning

The guidance will cover FIs governance frameworks in managing climate-related financial risks.

MAS to set expectations on credible transition planning

The guidance will cover FIs governance frameworks in managing climate-related financial risks.

Citi Commercial Bank names head of corporate finance for ASEAN

Citi has also named a new country head for Citi Commercial Bank Malaysia.

Citi unveils automated settlement solution in Hong Kong

This connects to Hong Kong's central clearing and settlement system.

Standard Chartered to cut jobs in Singapore, Hong Kong: report

The bank reportedly aims to save about $1.35b by 2024.

HSBC, FreightAmigo launch Ship Now, Pay Later in Hong Kong

Users will be able to utilise the digital logistics platform and choose extended payment terms.

Circle Singapore secures MPI license from MAS

The company can now provide digital payment token services, cross-border money transfers, amongst others services.

Philippine digital bank Tonik hits 1 million customers

It furthers the bank toward its goal of financial inclusion in the country.

US SEC charges Binance for violations to securities law

The company and founder both misrepresented their restrictions on US customers.

Less Filipinos fall short of meeting credit card payments

The delinquency rate has been falling since the COVID-19 pandemic started.

South Korea’s new capital buffers to strengthen banking system’s resilience

No capital raising or sheet adjustment is expected from the country’s biggest banks.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia waives transaction fee for overseas money transfers

The waived fees exclude Japanese yen transactions in its CommBiz platform.

Shareholder support key for Hong Kong virtual banks to weather failure risks

Six out of the eight virtual banks in the city reported narrower losses in 2022.

Korean banks’ net income jump 24% in Q1

Interest income declined as a result of interest rates falling during the period.

UBS to finalise Credit Suisse acquisition by 12 June

After the acquisition, Credit Suisse and American Depositary Shares will be removed from SIX and NYSE.

BOCHK warns customers against phishing messages, fake app

The case has been reported to the HKMA and the police.