Investment Banking
Norinchukin Bank redeeming over $4.6b of perpetual loans
Norinchukin Bank redeeming over $4.6b of perpetual loans
The redemption is part of the bank's efforts to improve its investment portfolio.
RHB announces 4 new senior appointments
Mohamad Bin Rastam Shahrom is the new group CFO.
Japan’s SMBC sets up private credit fund in Europe
The fund will focus on loan investments to middle market businesses.
Airwallex clinches retail investment license in Australia
It will now be able to offer its Airwallex Yield product to the wider retail market.
MUFG hires ex-UBS, SVB directors for healthcare finance arm
The hires strengthen MUFG’s middle market healthcare businesses.
EXIM Thailand inks MOU to support foreign investments
The bank will give special offers, such as special interest rates, to entrepreneurs.
MUFG Bank China names new deputy president
Benjamin Lam brings over 30 years of experience in his new role.
China’s investment banking fees drop 33% as ECM falls to 15-year low
The value of IPOs by Chinese issuers also fell to a decade low.
Norinchukin’s planned foreign bond divestment will hurt profits
The bank has about $13.63b (JPY2.25) in unrealized losses.
APAC investment banking fees drop to eight-year-low in H1
ECM underwriting fees fell to its lowest level since 2013.
MUFG Bank, Krungsri ink MOU with Thailand’s East Economic Corridor Office
MUFG Bank and Krungsri will support customers who consider investing in the EEC.
Clean energy gap presents investment opportunities for banks
Krungsri and CIMB Thai explore use of emerging tech to monitor risks better.
APAC financial institutions struggle with ESG skill shortage
Organisations need the right talent to navigate regulatory and reputational risks.
Nomura Holdings amends securities and financial reports
The amendments correct classification errors in its cash flow statements.
The New Norm of Private Debts in Asia
Asia's private credit industry has the potential to become an appealing market for investors seeking high returns.
Hong Kong’s ZA Bank unveils stock rebate programme
Users can also collect a big-name US stock worth up to $77.77.
Kenanga Investment Bank names ex-Citi banker as iindependent non-exec director
Angeline Ong Su Ming spent two decades working in Citigroup.