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Harmonising digital asset rules gains momentum

Global regulators are seeing a convergence of digital-asset standards, even as differences in pace and risk culture persist. Speakers at the Singapore Fintech Festival said responsible innovation, is becoming the organising principle for harmonisation.

January 11, 2026

Data tech firm Arcesium opens HK office in Apac expansion

The US management platform has clients across institutional asset management, hedge funds, banks and private markets.

January 13, 2026

Hong Kong’s Urban Renewal Authority in HK$8bn bond offering

As Hong Kong's primary debt market continues to be attractive, underwriters said the bond will provide a reliable benchmark for future HKD-denominated offerings.

January 09, 2026

Clifford Capital's two $500m bond offerings oversubscribed

The offerings attracted public sector institutions, banks, asset managers, corporates and private banks, with particularly strong participation from Asia.

January 09, 2026

Norton Rose Fulbright adds Apac, Middle East aviation team; hires HK partner

Aviation finance partner Leo Fattorini has brought a six-person aviation team from Bird & Bird, while Jason Chan joins in Hong Kong.

January 06, 2026

Exim Bank of India raises $1bn in dual tranche notes

A $500m, 30-year tranche was added to the latest offering to support India’s regional and international trade activities at a time of global trade tensions.

January 06, 2026

Apac (ex Japan) investment banking fees grew 19% to $24.9bn in 2025: LSEG

In a positive year for the region's banks, 2025 ECM fees in Apac, ex Japan, were up 45% from 2024, DCM fees saw 11% growth, amid a record year for bonds, while M&A advisory fees climbed 43%.

January 06, 2026

BNY hires Phillip Suh as Korea country manager

Phillip Suh, previously CEO at Samsung Asset Management, will replace the retiring Hyon Joo Park.

January 06, 2026

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FinanceAsia Awards 2025 Winner Spotlight

In this series, we delve deep into the strategies and initiatives that have contributed to the success of the winners of this year’s FinanceAsia Awards.

Lianhe Ratings: setting new standards for Chinese credit ratings at home and overseas

As one of China's leading credit rating agencies, China Lianhe Credit Rating Co. Ltd (Lianhe Ratings) continues to support development and innovation in the domestic economy and bond market, driving strategic expansion in the local and offshore markets.

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WeLab Bank: taking digital banking to the next level in Hong Kong

After a transformative 12 months that has led to success in key market segments and breakeven faster than the industry norm, WeLab Bank has emerged as a leading digital bank in Hong Kong. Speaking with FinanceAsia, Chief Executive Tat Lee outlines what’s next, including capitalising on the potential of artificial intelligence (AI).

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FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2025: Apac's best deals revealed

Read on to find out the winners of the Deal Awards - Asia Pacific.

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Deal Analysis: Syfe's acquisition of Australia's Selfwealth

Samantha Horton, group chief operating officer and head of international at Syfe, explained to FA some of the mechanics, challenges and attractions of the 2025 deal for the listed firm, and also future regional expansion plans.

Dec 17, 2025

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Exim Bank of India raises $1bn in dual tranche notes

A $500m, 30-year tranche was added to the latest offering to support India’s regional and international trade activities at a time of global trade tensions.

Jan 6, 2026

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Asia to see mixed activity in 2026: banks

Amid a trade slowdown, IPOs, the issuance of convertible bonds, and cross-border M&A, including in the Middle East, are set to continue.

Jan 4, 2026

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HKEX starts new year with Shanghai Biren Technology IPO after strong 2025

The Chinese AI chip maker soared on its debut as the Hong Kong banking and law firm communities expect another busy ECM year in the Special Administrative Region.

Jan 3, 2026

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FinanceAsia wishes our readers a restful holiday season

FinanceAsia wishes our readers a restful holiday season. FA will have a limited news service during this period.

Dec 19, 2025

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Apac (ex Japan) investment banking fees grew 19% to $24.9bn in 2025: LSEG

In a positive year for the region's banks, 2025 ECM fees in Apac, ex Japan, were up 45% from 2024, DCM fees saw 11% growth, amid a record year for bonds, while M&A advisory fees climbed 43%.

January 06, 2026

Deal Analysis: Syfe's acquisition of Australia's Selfwealth

Samantha Horton, group chief operating officer and head of international at Syfe, explained to FA some of the mechanics, challenges and attractions of the 2025 deal for the listed firm, and also future regional expansion plans.

December 16, 2025

Interview: Kazakhstan’s AIFC governor on the country’s capital markets

The Astana International Financial Centre was established to support a modernised finance sector and capital market in central Asia’s largest economy. AIFC’s governor Renat Bekturov spoke to FA about the financial hub's progress, challenges and ambition.

December 09, 2025

Hong Kong Fintech Week 2025: FTAHK’s CEO on regional partnerships, growing its member base

Newly appointed Jean-Louis Tse shared with FinanceAsia his vision of growing the Fintech Association of Hong Kong.

December 02, 2025

UOB returns to Euro bond market with €850m issue

The notes achieved the tightest pricing for five-year, Euro covered bonds from a non-EU issuer, for several years, and is the first such issuance from a Singapore bank since October 2021.

November 28, 2025

Clifford Capital prices $705.5m infrastructure asset-backed securities

It is the group's largest public IABS issuance to date and its first in the Rule 144A/Reg S format with US onshore investors involved. Clifford Capital's group CEO told FA the deal "reflects the growing interest and appetite in infrastructure returns from institutional investors".

November 18, 2025

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