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Wednesday, 17 December, 2025
Deal Analysis: Syfe's acquisition of Australia's Selfwealth
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.
Doha Bank debuts $150m digital bonds
Doha Bank debuts $150m digital bonds
The Standard Chartered supported issuance follows the Qatar National Bank’s $500m offering in November.
Problems mount at Bangladeshi banks as IMF delays loan
Problems mount at Bangladeshi banks as IMF delays loan
Default loans in Bangladeshi banking sector have reached an all-time high of 35.7% of total disbursed loans, posing a severe threat to depositors; elections will take place in February 2026.
FA year in review: Five key stories from 2025
FA year in review: Five key stories from 2025
FinanceAsia's editorial team picks five of the biggest stories from the year across M&A, ECM, digital assets and Trump's tariffs.
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Lianhe Ratings: setting new standards for Chinese credit ratings at home and overseas
By Lianhe Ratings
WeLab Bank: taking digital banking to the next level in Hong Kong
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China property data delayed amid drop in Vanke bond prices
China property data delayed amid drop in Vanke bond prices
The Chinese property giant's debt woes will not seriously affect China’s property sector, according to analysts; however, a restructuring might be on the cards.
Bhutan to launch reserve-backed gold tokens
Bhutan to launch reserve-backed gold tokens
DK Bank in Gelephu Mindfulness City will commence trading of the gold tokens on December 17. A second phase will see a listing of the tokens, which are backed by Bhutan's reserves, on more exchanges and venues for secondary trading.
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