Asian Banking and Finance

Asian Banking and Finance is a key publication for the vibrant business sector. It is independent, insightful, and respected, making it the go-to magazine for Singapore's business leaders. This magazine uniquely connects with senior executives from the top 1,700 companies in Singapore, which together generate S$692 billion in sales and represent 94% of the publicly listed firms.

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Philippine central bank gears up for instant cross-border transfers

2 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

Monetary authorities in Asia are about to bring Project Nexus to market. The Philippines is working with Malaysia and Japan to link their instant payment systems for merchants, though the ultimate goal is to go beyond bilateral ties in favour of a multilateral approach, according to a senior central bank official.
JuanHand embeds loans in Shopee, TikTok Shop

2 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

The lending app only requires an ID, a smartphone, and an internet connection. Six years after its launch, fintech WeFund Lending Corp., which operates the JuanHand app, is now powering the lending services embedded in the Philippine operations of Lazada and TikTok Shop, two of the biggest e-commerce platforms in the country. JuanHand powers Lazada FastCash, a lending service embedded in the platform for shoppers short on cash, and TikTok PayLater, TikTok Shop’s buy now, pay later service.
JuanHand drives embedded lending with e-commerce tie-ups

2 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

The lending app only requires an ID, a smartphone, and an internet connection. Six years after its launch, fintech WeFund Lending Corp., which operates the JuanHand app, is now powering the lending services embedded in the Philippine operations of Lazada and TikTok Shop, two of the biggest e-commerce platforms in the country. JuanHand powers Lazada FastCash, a lending service embedded in the platform for shoppers short on cash, and TikTok PayLater, TikTok Shop’s buy now, pay later service.
Wealth firms eye a pie of India's startup boom

2 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

The ultra-rich have started looking at small and mid-sized companies. Indian investors including private creditors are increasingly taking a chance on startups despite global headwinds, betting that they could become the next unicorn or future large cap.
Wealth firms eye a slice of India's startup boom

2 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

The ultra-rich have started looking at small and mid-sized companies. Indian investors including private creditors are increasingly taking a chance on startups despite global headwinds, betting that they could become the next unicorn or future large cap.
Philippine central bank eyes AI rules for banks

3 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

Artificial intelligence should not diminish banks’ responsibility to uphold data privacy. The Philippine central bank seeks to regulate the banking sector’s use of artificial intelligence (AI) as part of a push for ethical use and better accuracy. Regulations that will be issued later this year would cover the remaining 10% to 20% area that is “untouched” by rules that cover, but are not specific, to AI, said Melchor T.
RCBC boosts rural presence with ATM Go

4 weeks ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

The service, which allows cardless transfers, is now available in all Philippine cities. Rizal Commercial Banking Corp. (RCBC) expects its neighborhood banking initiative to continue growing this year after posting a 30% increase in transaction value in 2024. Called ATM Go, the service allows cardless withdrawals, deposits, transfers and bill payments through partner merchants such as mom-and-pop stores, rural banks, cooperatives and small and medium enterprises in the countryside.
HSBC’s Yvonne Yiu on why the future of payments is instant

1 month ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

She credits her propensity to ask questions for becoming one of HSBC’s top leaders. HSBC Holdings Plc’s Yvonne Yiu thinks the future of payments is undeniably digital and real time, and the tech is already revolutionising both consumer and business transactions both in terms of convenience and efficiency. Digital solutions allow HSBC clients to move money around the world 24/7, the British lender’s Head of Global Payments Solutions, Greater China told Asian Banking & Finance.
HSBC’s Yvonne Yiu says the future of payments is instant

1 month ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

She credits her propensity to ask questions for becoming one of HSBC’s top leaders. HSBC Holdings Plc’s Yvonne Yiu thinks the future of payments is undeniably digital and real time, and the tech is already revolutionising both consumer and business transactions both in terms of convenience and efficiency. Digital solutions allow HSBC clients to move money around the world 24/7, the co-head of the British lender’s Global Payment Solutions for the Asia-Pacific region told Asian Banking & Finance.
Citibank’s Chia Seok Hoon is an advocate for her co-workers

1 month ago | asianbankingandfinance.net | Frances Gagua

It is important to focus on solutions rather than problems when dealing with adversity. Citibank Singapore Ltd.’s Chia Seok Hoon thinks that the most effective leaders are those who advocate for their fellow workers — understanding their needs, building strong relationships, and speaking up for their interests. It also involves citing their positive impact on others and the company as a whole, Chia, head of global banking network at the British bank, told Asian Banking & Finance.