OCBC Bank

OCBC Bank is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912.
See below for the Latest OCBC Bank News, Analysis, Profit Results, Share Price Information, and Commentary. 

Singaporean banks roll out face verification for digital token setup

It is expected to make it harder for scammers to take over a customer’s DT.

Singaporean banks roll out face verification for digital token setup

It is expected to make it harder for scammers to take over a customer’s DT.

OCBC to offer digital accounts, debit cards for kids and teens

Kids and teens aged 7-15 years old can open their own digital bank accounts.

Banks must expand net zero targets, set clearer O&G goals: org

Japan, SoKor have yet to set medium and long-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C scenario.

Proposed bill lets police block bank transactions in ongoing scams

The bill does not cover traditional cheating cases involving in-person interactions.

OCBC, UOB to benefit from US-driven supply chain relocation to ASEAN

Multinationals are likely to hasten their ASEAN expansion.

Bank of Singapore warns against fake app

It has reported the link and app to the police and regulators.

Singapore banks’ loan growth, fee income steady in Q2

But treasury customer income is lower after their record highs in Q1.

Record total income lifts OCBC’s net profit to S$3.93b in H1

Interim dividend for the period is 44 cents, an increase of 4 cents.

Fees lift Singapore banks’ Q2 profits

But their Q2 profits are likely to be lower compared to Q1, analysts said.

OCBC unveils next-generation programme for wealthy customers

An estimated $2.5t in intergenerational wealth will be passed to the next gen by 2030.

MAS “closely monitoring” global IT outage

Major banks reported little to no impact to customers and key operations.

Great Eastern halts trading of its shares in SGX

This follows OCBC's increased shareholding in the insurer.

OCBC unveils financial programme for SG’s 36,000 property agents

It offers preferential home rates and bonus interest, amongst others.

SG banks turn to upskilling as hiring sentiments turn ‘cautious’

Roles related to wealth advisory and anti-ML and fraud are most in demand.

OCBC Securities launches Singapore’s first AI stock-picker 

The AI-powered tool will be key to boosting its pool of active investors.

OCBC Digital Silvers Programme targets 10,000 “digitally shy” elderly

The bank kicked off the programme in 2024 with a carnival-style event at Bishan Community Club.