Asian bank capital: keeping it local

China’s second largest bank prices a $2b tier-2 bond, the nation’s first Basel III-compliant note in six months.

The Singapore bank prices Southeast Asia’s first dollar Basel III Tier 2 bond.

The Korean lender's $250 million offering draws more than $2.3 billion of orders, highlighting ongoing search for yields.

Bank of Communications' new offshore issue follows updated guidelines from country’s regulator and could pave the way for similar issuance from other domestic banks.

Recently appointed as Apac CEO of the credit specialist, Andrew Tan shares his priorities for the firm over coming months; explains why certain investors are favouring private credit over private equity; and suggests why India is no longer a hotbed for institutional investors.