Asian Banking & Finance - Issue 113

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Trust Bank just turned one in late 2023, but that hasn’t stopped it from clinching the title of the world’s fastest-growing digital bank. One secret ingredient is transparency, said CEO Dwaipayan Sadhu. Take cues from Sadhu and read his insights on page 10.

Default risks, peaking margins push APAC banks into a 'mixed baq' situation

Whilst the majority of emerging market banks in Asia Pacific are expected to log better financial results in 2024, unique hurdles in loan defaults, credit growth, or net interest margins will engulf each banking system over the next 12 months, Fitch analysts said in a report.

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Australian BNPLs, mobile wallets face tougher regulations

Buy now pay later (BNPL) providers and mobile wallets in Australia, look out: the central bank is pushing to amend its retail payment laws in 2024 to better regulate the up-and-coming payment entities.

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Techcombank opens headquarters in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh

The two new buildings are sustainable and fully-owned by the bank.

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How Trust Bank Won The Trust Of Singapore's 12%

It is currently the world's fastest growing bank by market share.

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NETS boosts SMEs' revenues with card data

With over 130,000 touchpoints, NETS uses data on spending habits to help SMEs.

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Grocery runs can now double as shariah bank visits

Bank Aladin Syariah partners with Alfamart, which has 18,000 outlets nationwide.

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GCash goes cross-border, eyes 'biggest IPO' title

It aims for full launch and expansion into 10 markets in 2024.

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DBS' digibank shrinks loan approval time to a maximum of 10 minutes

The bank is making use of government population data for its face recognition service.

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Tech glitches, failed cost targets plaque Thai banks

KBank's credit costs rose by 11 basis points to 219 bp in 2023, a step further from its target range of 140 to 160 bp.

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GenAI, CBDCs To Shape Singaporean Finance In 2024

Singapore will be piloting the use of wholesale CBDCs next year.

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From Sandbox To Success: How PH Neobanks Disrupt Banking

They made use of their old payments model and partnerships to scale operations.

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Untapped markets: pioneering the future of finance beyond traditional banking

Brands must shift from running campaigns to building platforms.

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Asian Banking & Finance Magazine Description:

Asian Banking & Finance Magazine (ABF) is a quarterly magazine that covers the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry. The magazine is published by Charlton Media Group and is available in print and digital formats.

ABF features a mix of editorial content, including:

* News and analysis: The magazine provides in-depth coverage of the latest news and trends in the Asian banking and finance industry, including mergers and acquisitions, regulation changes, and new product launches.
* Interviews: ABF features interviews with senior executives from leading banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as with government officials and industry experts.
* Special reports: The magazine regularly publishes special reports on specific topics related to the Asian banking and finance industry, such as fintech, Islamic finance, and sustainable banking.
* Market data and statistics: ABF provides readers with market data and statistics on the Asian banking and finance industry, including key financial ratios, asset quality, and profitability.

The magazine is aimed at senior executives from banks and financial institutions in Asia, as well as government officials, investors, and other professionals who are interested in the Asian banking and finance industry. ABF is a valuable resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest news, trends, and developments in the Asian banking and finance industry.