11/10/2020
DBS Survey: Bumpy Road For Singapore's SMEs
The survey recorded the findings of close to 250 SMEs in three industry sectors most acutely affected by COVID-19 – retail; food and beverage; and building and construction.
Comment, Analysis & Research
11/10/2020
Japan's bank lending slows amid uneven corporate recovery
Total bank lending rose 6.2% in October from the same month a year earlier, slower than a 6.4% gain in September, BOJ data showed on Tuesday.
11/10/2020
Property sector in Thailand continues to contract as banks reject mortgage loans amid grim economy
The rejection rate in the central region of the country rose 30 percent while in the North it jumped between 40 to 50 percent, according to the report.
11/10/2020
Rough ride ahead for remaining two standalone foreign Islamic banks
Operating revenue, at RM107.65 million, was lower than the RM119.19 million a year ago.
11/09/2020
Getting acquainted with a more mindful Australian consumer
COVID-19 is reshaping the emotional needs of Australian consumers and, subsequently, their purchasing behaviour.
11/09/2020
Finance ministry: Islamic banking, capital market expected to be stronger
The growth is primarily contributed by household sector financing, which increased by 8.7 per cent to RM490.9 billion, mainly for the purchase of residential properties, it noted.
11/09/2020
Bank of Japan closely watching forex market after Biden's win
A higher yen hurts Japanese exporters by making their products less competitive overseas.
11/09/2020
Jack Ma's terrible week
Some analysts saw the move as an attempt by Beijing to humble a company that had become too powerful and a leader who had become too outspoken.
11/09/2020
Tammy Tsui: «Asia's Wealthiest Face a Considerable Dilemma»
Asia has been a focus for the global growth in wealth over the past two decades, thanks in part to the region’s flourishing economy and rapid infrastructure development.
11/09/2020
SoftBank Vision Fund’s portfolio back above water on tech valuations
It has used some of its cash to buy back shares as well as invest in US-listed stock and equity derivatives to ride an uplift in tech valuations during the quarter.
11/06/2020
Work ahead for big four banks in 2021
While the major banks had been resilient and avoided a worst-case scenario through strong balance sheets that acted as shock absorbers during the economic downturn, they still have “a big job” ahead of them, KPMG believes.
11/05/2020
IOOF unfazed by poor MLC result
NAB as a whole was also impacted heavily by the operating environment, market volatility and interest rate cuts by the Reserve Bank.
11/05/2020
Indonesia in recession for first time in 22 years
Indonesia has fallen into its first recession in 22 years as the coronavirus pandemic continues to take it toll.
11/04/2020
Singaporeans worry about financial burden of long-term healthcare
A new study highlights a need for Singaporeans, particularly the younger generation, to take their susceptibility to severe disability seriously and better prepare for potential long-term healthcare needs
11/04/2020
How much will digital insurers disrupt the APAC life industry?
It will be ‘difficult for mono-channel firms to compete in the future’
11/04/2020
The Evolution of Wealth Management in the Philippines in Times of Great Uncertainty
Local private banks and the international competitors moving onshore are intent on offering an open platform and as many new products as the regulators might permit.
11/02/2020
Expect share market to rise for Christmas
Since the start of the year, the ASX 200 had lost 9% overall but it had risen 32% since the bottom of the market downturn in mid-March.
10/30/2020
Asia-Pacific fintech funding in Q3 hints at nascent recovery: S&P
"Both monthly funding volume and value have since risen, possibly signalling a cautious return of investor interest,"
10/30/2020
AMP provides update on portfolio review
AMP notes discussions on the proposal are at a very preliminary stage and there is no certainty that a transaction will eventuate.
10/28/2020
Magellan's largest client asked to review costs
An activist shareholder is asking for a cost review at Magellan's biggest client, St James Place. But the risk to Magellan is low, says Credit Suisse.