Lending & Credit

Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals

Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.

Banks lagging behind net zero energy goals

Only 7% of energy-related financing extended by banks between 2016 to 2022 went to green energy projects.

Japan bank lending up 3.3% in February

Average outstanding amount totalled JPY598.9t for the month.

UOB’s Jacquelyn Tan on triumphing over expectations, biases to succeed in the banking industry

Tan shares how she leads 7,000 people across the region and her thoughts on women in banking.

ING closes Ant Group’s $400m sustainability-linked derivative

Ant Group will receive rebates from ING when it achieves its sustainability targets.

Public Bank offers repayment relief to Malaysia flood victims

Customers affected by the floods can defer monthly loan payments for up to 6 months.

Citi completes sale of Vietnam retail banking, credit card units to UOB

This includes the turnover of approximately 575 related staff.

Thais should invest in Japan’s real estate amidst yen depreciation: Bangkok Bank

Yen has depreciated by up to 30% so far, offering great opportunities for clients to invest.

South Korea’s chief financial regulator urges banks to reduce interest income dependence: report

Lee Bok-hyun said the FSS is looking for ways to encourage lenders to diversify income streams.

Rising mortgage prepayment trend pressures Chinese banks’ profits

Households are taking a more conservative stance on home loan leverage, noted Fitch Ratings.

China’s reopening to boost Thai banks’ loan quality

The upsurge in tourism will spur the economy, and improve businesses’ repayment capabilities.

Commonwealth Bank of Australia’s earnings to remain robust over next 2 years: S&P

Housing risks lessen as local house prices continue its correction.