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New transaction signing token will cost six largest Singapore banks more than $50m
Banks are convinced that commercial risk-reward trade-offs and customer inconvenience do not fully justify the new transaction signing token for e-banking.
Positive momentum expected to pave road ahead for Rmb internationalisation
According to SWIFT data, the UK continued to expand its renminbi payments capabilities, whilst other countries, including Singapore, showed signs of decline.
Bohai Bank must enhance technology and retail banking capabilities to further positive growth
Bohai Bank has displayed stellar growth in previous years by keeping costs and NPLs low. But where will its future growth come from?
Financial institutions urged to balance capital and risk management
While lauding the aim of the BCBS to strengthen capital standards for managing market risks, bankers are cautious about an overly prescriptive approach.
Banks must ensure safety and soundness of their systems
Tony Chew, director and specialist adviser to MAS discusses the urgent need for banks to boost their defenses in response to the various technology risks of today.
Rapid economic growth in Greater China helps boost banks' regional rankings
Banks from Greater China have grown in strength and stature, and made their presence felt with complete dominance in AB500’s “Asia Pacific’s Strongest Banks” ranking.
Asian banks need to enhance social media presence to foster closer customer ties
While Asian banks are becoming increasingly aware of the potential presented by social media, many remain undetermined about their social media strategies.
Asian bankers express optimistic, albeit cautious hopes for transaction banking business
A combination of commitment, investment in technology and infrastructure, as well as physical presence, is required to succeed in transaction banking.
Islamic banking finds high growth in Malaysia, Saudi Arabia and Indonesia
A combination of strong GDP growth and heightened domestic demand make Malaysia, Saudi Arabia, and Indonesia key to future HSBC Islamic banking plans.




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