By combining credit assessments driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and big data with cutting edge digital infrastructure, FinVolution Group plans to empower financial institutions and advance financial inclusion across Asia, explains Joseph Ruan, chief operating officer of the fintech firm’s Philippines business.
As China’s AI ambitions grow increasingly self-reliant, investors are navigating a fast-evolving ecosystem where commoditisation, policy strategy and localised models are redrawing the competitive map.
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To explore index-based strategies that provide access to a diverse range of opportunities across markets and sectors, FTSE Russell collaborated with FinanceAsia to host an exclusive afternoon briefing in Singapore in early May. Through informative and interactive sessions, investors discovered key trends and approaches to capitalise on the evolving global landscape.
The bonds' five tranches raised HK$27bn, with the 30-year HKD infra bond being the longest tenor of a HKD-denominated government bond; the issuances are set to extend the HKD benchmark yield curve.
Amid volatility, dollar weakness, and high government debt, the global fixed income market is poised for a bumpy reset with more instruments in Asia to benefit, according to Andrew Jackson, head of investments and head of fixed income boutique, at Vontobel.
A core product for Type 2 diabetes is expected to commercially launch in mainland China by the end of this year, subject to regulatory approval; CICC led the transaction.