Investment Banking

Japan’s SMBC sets up private credit fund in Europe

The fund will focus on loan investments to middle market businesses.

Japan’s SMBC sets up private credit fund in Europe

The fund will focus on loan investments to middle market businesses.

Airwallex clinches retail investment license in Australia

It will now be able to offer its Airwallex Yield product to the wider retail market.

MUFG hires ex-UBS, SVB directors for healthcare finance arm

The hires strengthen MUFG’s middle market healthcare businesses.

EXIM Thailand inks MOU to support foreign investments

The bank will give special offers, such as special interest rates, to entrepreneurs.

MUFG Bank China names new deputy president 

Benjamin Lam brings over 30 years of experience in his new role.

China’s investment banking fees drop 33% as ECM falls to 15-year low

The value of IPOs by Chinese issuers also fell to a decade low.

Norinchukin’s planned foreign bond divestment will hurt profits

The bank has about $13.63b (JPY2.25) in unrealized losses.

APAC investment banking fees drop to eight-year-low in H1

ECM underwriting fees fell to its lowest level since 2013.

MUFG Bank, Krungsri ink MOU with Thailand’s East Economic Corridor Office

MUFG Bank and Krungsri will support customers who consider investing in the EEC.

APAC financial institutions struggle with ESG skill shortage

Organisations need the right talent to navigate regulatory and reputational risks.

Nomura Holdings amends securities and financial reports

The amendments correct classification errors in its cash flow statements.

The New Norm of Private Debts in Asia

Asia's private credit industry has the potential to become an appealing market for investors seeking high returns.

Hong Kong’s ZA Bank unveils stock rebate programme

Users can also collect a big-name US stock worth up to $77.77.

Kenanga Investment Bank names ex-Citi banker as iindependent non-exec director

Angeline Ong Su Ming spent two decades working in Citigroup.

Citi appoints new sales head for key Asian markets

She previously worked at Bank of America and JPMorgan.

Citic Group’s liquidity ‘sufficient’ for Huarong Financial buyout

By 2023, cash in hand of $3.7b was enough to cover the acquisition.