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Australia's four major banks warned of flailing operating profits in the next 12 months

Their combined pre-tax profit dropped to AUD41b for the first time in 8 years.

Citi launches partnership with Airbnb in Singapore

It will also be launched in Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand and the Philippines.

Here's a rundown of Singapore banks' 3Q16 results

Better cost management offsets higher provisions due to deteriorating asset quality.

OCBC turns to wealthy clients to cover compliance costs

The bank's compliance-related expenses are rising 35% annually.

Philippine banks' average capitalisation levels to fall slightly over the next 12-18 months: Moody's

But access to external capital markets will help maintain capitalisation profile.

Malaysian banks' foreign currency deposits contract 4.5% for the first time in September

Say goodbye to rapid double-digit increases seen since March 2014.

Bank of East Asia launches new Dual Tax Loan programme

The bank offers Tax Season Loans and Credit Card Tax Loans.

DBS Private Bank names Rob Ioannou head of international

He will report to DBS Private Bank's deputy head Lawrence Lua.

CIMB Group's asset quality deteriorates for three consecutive quarters

Gross NPL ratio rose to 4.21% end-Sep 2016 from 3.9% the previous quarter.

Philippine Central Bank could cut reserve requirement in 1Q17

A 1-ppt reduction could increase banks' earnings by ~1.5%.

India's bank resolution plans fraught with political obstacles: Fitch

It may be difficult to generate political support for the potential overhaul.

How will India's draft bill on resolution affect banks?

Moody's says it will enhance systemic stability.