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SMBC terminates capital alliance with Vietnam Eximbank

It will liquidate its entire equity ownership in the bank.

SMBC terminates capital alliance with Vietnam Eximbank

It will liquidate its entire equity ownership in the bank.

Citi names Sanjay Nambiar as head of cards and unsecured lending for APAC, EMEA

Nambiar has worked across various roles in his 17-year career with Citi.

HK’s livi bank launches QR payment option

From now until 31 March, customers can earn rewards up to HK$500 per month.

China reopening to push up demand for retail loans: analyst

China Merchants Bank will reap full benefits of the reopening.

DBS Hong Kong unveils eLaisee function

Customers who send an eLaisee also have the chance to win up to HK$288 in cash rewards.

India’s HDFC Bank net profit up 18.3% in Q4

Net interest income and fee income rose to INR6,052.6 crore during the quarter..

Bank of Thailand issues consultation paper on virtual bank licensing

BOT is inviting comments and suggestions on the proposed framework by 12 February.

South Korea’s household lending rate soars to highest in 10 years: report

The household lending rate hit 5.57% per annum on average in November.

UOB to issue S$850m perpetual capital securities with 5.25% rate per annum

The distribution rate will reset on 19 January 2028 and every five years thereafter.

Indian banks’ lending to NBFCs up 150% from pre-COVID levels

In November, banks' outstanding credit to NBFCs rose 33% from 2021.

Financial stability a priority for Hong Kong: finance secretary

Chan expects more support from mainland China as the latter’s economy recovers.

Indonesia’s Bank Danamon expected to hit $245m profits in 2023: analyst

Synergy with parent company MUFG will help grow its corporate and SME loans.