

Taiwan FSC eyes rule revisions after banks, insurers complain
Taiwan’s Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) is reviewing its regulations following criticism from local banks and insurers over...
Oct 25, 2024


South Korea to maintain investor ties ahead of WGBI debut
South Korea will maintain close communication with global investors to ensure a smooth inclusion in the World Government Bond Index...
Oct 24, 2024


Malaysia joins BRICS as alliance grows to 13 new partners
Malaysia has been recognized as one of 13 nations added as partner countries to the BRICS bloc, which now accounts for one-fifth of...
Oct 24, 2024


Chinese bankers exit finance amid tough regulations
Disillusioned Chinese bankers and fund managers are leaving the finance sector, where government regulations and campaigns like "common...
Oct 18, 2024


Virtual bank consortiums set for major investment in Thailand
The three consortiums awarded virtual bank licenses in Thailand are expected to invest between BHT3bn and BHT5.7bn from mid-2025 to...
Oct 18, 2024


HSBC reviews China wealth business amid rising costs
HSBC Holdings Plc is reviewing expenses and operational controls at its China digital wealth business, Pinnacle, potentially leading to...
Oct 17, 2024


HKEX chairman unveils financial literacy initiative
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing (HKEX) chairman Carlson Tong Ka-shing announced plans to boost financial literacy education to...
Oct 10, 2024


Thailand's finance ministry to sell stakes in over 100 firms
Thailand’s Finance Ministry plans to propose to the cabinet in December the sale of both listed and unlisted shares it holds in over 100...
Oct 9, 2024


Insurance industry braces for increased risks
The global insurance industry is facing heightened risks due to escalating geopolitical conflicts and the increasing severity of natural...
Oct 8, 2024


Bursa Malaysia reviews listing rules
Following the launch of Malaysia’s National Sustainability Reporting Framework (NSRF), Bursa Malaysia Securities Berhad is revising its...
Oct 2, 2024


Thailand’s inspections reveal few illegal nominee operations
Thailand’s Business Development Department reported that out of more than 26,000 businesses inspected for illegal nominee operations,...
Oct 2, 2024


Chinese firms discuss international expansion at Shanghai forum
Over 80 business and academic leaders convened in Shanghai to explore the opportunities and challenges for Chinese companies aiming to go...
Oct 1, 2024


Thailand invites UK investment, eyes future free trade agreement
Thailand’s Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan has invited British businesses to invest in Thailand, highlighting opportunities for a...
Sep 23, 2024


CPA Australia urges Hong Kong for reforms to boost financial hub status
CPA Australia has urged the Hong Kong government to enact further reforms in the upcoming Policy Address to strengthen the city’s...
Sep 23, 2024


Qatar’s QIA expanding into SE Asia, Australia, Korea
Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), the country’s sovereign wealth fund managing USD526bn in assets, is expanding into Australia, Korea,...
Sep 23, 2024


Five groups compete for virtual bank licences in Thailand
Five business groups are competing for new virtual bank licences in Thailand. The Gulf consortium, consisting of Krungthai Bank, Gulf...
Sep 20, 2024


40% of Singapore firms see minimal impact from carbon tax hike
Nearly 40% of Singaporean companies reported minimal impact from the recent carbon tax hike, according to a survey by the Sustainable...
Sep 17, 2024


Vietnam PM urges ASEAN Business Council to boost economic ties
Vietnam’s Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has urged the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (ASEAN BAC) to collaborate closely with...
Sep 16, 2024


HSBC leads global dividends, Asia-Pacific growth lags
HSBC Holdings emerged as the world’s largest dividend payer in the second quarter, distributing USD11.7bn, driven by a USD4bn special...
Sep 13, 2024


Cathay Financial Raises Taiwan GDP Forecast to 3.7%
Cathay Financial Holding Co raised its GDP growth forecast for Taiwan this year from 3.6% to 3.7%, citing stronger-than-expected exports,...
Sep 12, 2024







