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Why Philippines said 'yes' to Dr No as central bank chief

The unexpected appointment of Benjamin Diokno as Philippines central bank governor has raised eyebrows as markets adopt a wait-and-see attitude over his doveish monetary approach.

March 06, 2019

Practicing inclusive finance to advance small and micro financial services

As a leading large-sized retail commercial bank in China, the Postal Savings Bank of China is positioned to serve the community, small and medium-sized enterprises, and Sannong (agriculture, farmers and rural areas) customers.

By Postal Savings Bank of China

Myanmar gets ready to welcome foreign insurers

Its fledgling insurance sector may only stretch to snake bite cover but Myanmar is set to open its doors to the big boys of global finance, and it could yet be the making of its bond market.

February 28, 2019

Why HKMA’s next chief will face stiffer challenges

Hong Kong’s integration into the Greater Bay Area, fintech regulations and global economic uncertainties are among the major challenges for the new HKMA chief.

February 22, 2019

Australia urged to tackle errant banking practices

Chief executive Andrew Thorburn apologises to National Australia Bank's customers as shareholders across Australia call on the corporate regulator to get tough on errant behaviour at the banks.

October 22, 2018

Why a banking crisis is brewing in Bangladesh

Behind the positive headlines and impressive growth, crony capitalism is pushing non-performing loans towards unsustainable levels.

September 24, 2018

What India's state bank woes mean for infrastructure boom

Confidence in India’s 21 state banks plummets as five request further government assistance to the tune of $1.3 billion. Will this curb India’s ambitious building plans?

July 19, 2018

Huarong chief talks China’s deleveraging challenges

Lai Xiaomin, chairman of China Huarong Asset Management, says China’s expanded debt-for-equity swap programme is bound for success, subject to some regulatory tweaks.

April 17, 2018

Weak profitability continues to dog Chinese commercial banks

Net profit at Chinese commercial banks remained near flat in the fourth quarter of 2017 as net interest margin, a key profitability metric, was still compressed, China Banking Regulatory Commission data shows.

By S&P Global Market Intelligence