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Al Rajhi Bank in Saudi Arabia remains the leading global Islamic bank, with Middle Eastern counterparts surpassing Asian ones in scale and profitability,…
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Ti Eng Hui,CEO of Baiduri Bank, highlights the institution's transformative journey with the integration of a new core banking system, emphasising improved…
Two family office CEOs discuss their contrasting views on engaging the next generation in finances and succession planning
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Banks in the Middle East and Asia Pacific showcased outstanding operational efficiency, with Qatari banks achieving exceptional cost-to-income ratios by…
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China’s macroeconomic outlook, open financial markets and continuous technological innovation create ideal conditions for international use of RMB
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Despite economic challenges and shifting consumer trends, China's Double 11 sales surged, placing Pinduoduo as a formidable contender in the fiercely competitive…
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The bank’s CEO shared insights into its investment in talent, innovation, and sustainability, emphasising his commitment to organisational resilience and…
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Four banks in Bangladesh on the TABInsights Bank Watch List reported an average gross NPL ratio of 17.8% in FY2022, while Indian banks demonstrated improved…
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In 2023, China’s domestic systemically important banks grew to 20, led by China Merchants Bank in the TAB Global 1000 World’s Strongest Banks 2023 ranking,…
The language used in family offices and around ultra-high-net-worth individuals carries diverse emotional connotations and interpretations, hindering clear…
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Alex Manson and Kelvin Tan of audax discuss how the company enables banks to efficiently modernise technology infrastructure through a core banking agnostic…
Hong Kong's emergence as a fintech hub is attributed to its tech-savvy populace, robust funding mechanisms, and sound business infrastructure
Vetting amongst the wealthy in business families and family offices involves nuanced, context-dependent assessments with ethical considerations and trust…
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The booming wealth management sector, driven by digitalisation and a youthful population, is primed for transformation, offering lucrative opportunities…
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HKMA’s Fintech Promotion Roadmap developed with industry stakeholders aims to drive fintech adoption and spark discussions among banks and fintech companies…
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CEO Jens Lottner shared Techcombank’s innovative approach and vision following the opening of its headquarters in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam
Business families and individuals selling shares or stakes offer valuable insights into liquidity events, but even with careful planning, such transactions…
In a world where wealth attracts wealth, the location of divorce proceedings can make a significant difference. Joesphine Chong and Kym Anstey discuss…
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At Finance Malaysia 2023, senior executives in financial services discussed digital transformation and sustainable innovation in line with the Financial…
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The central bank’s Digital Payments Transformation Roadmap is driving the Philippines towards a cashless society, with digital banks, super apps, and cloud…
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A roundup of key insights from Sibos 2023, Swift’s annual conference held in September in Toronto, Canada, that brought together industry leaders to explore…
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Hong Kong consumers voted Citibank as the Most Recommended Retail Bank with a BankQuality™ Score of 19%, Airstar Bank as the Most Recommended Digital-Only…
Speech by Agustín Carstens, general manager of the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), at the meeting on banking supervision of the Association of…
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Even as regulators become more stringent, the financial industry continues to grapple with cyber attacks and fraud, according to experts who shared their…