Economic bounceback possible in 2021?
by Ben Poole
A report covering EBRD regions sees economic contraction of 3.5% in 2020, but a 4.8% rebound in 2021.
Asia
It’s quantum, baby! Trade finance technology leaps ahead
by Ben Poole
Partnerships between Taulia and J.P. Morgan, and Singapore Management University and Tradeteq, show how the space is pushing forward.
Blockchain blooming in China’s financial services sector
by Ben Poole
Both Ant Financial and WeBank have announced new projects that use blockchain in innovative ways.
Deutsche Bank begins roll out of corporate instant payments in Thailand
by Ben Poole
PromptPay uses an account number or corporate tax ID to receive incoming payments.
ESG commitments pushing ahead in spite of COVID-19
by Ben Poole
The EU Green Deal seems to still be on track, while Mizuho has announced strict new ESG policies.
J.P. Morgan establishes electronic FX trading and pricing engine in Singapore
by Ben Poole
This is the fourth such engine launched by the bank, following New York, London and Tokyo.
Deutsche Bank closes hedge for offshore wind farm
by Ben Poole
Despite volatile markets, the bank closed the US$3bn project finance for a Taiwanese wind farm.
Singapore and Australia agree to enhance financial services data connectivity
by Ben Poole
The two countries have signed a suite of MoUs designed to help both capitalise on the digital economy.
Link secures A$212m sustainability-linked loan from DBS
by Ben Poole
The funding is in Australian dollars to match the currency of Link’s latest acquisition in Sydney.
HSBC partners with Alibaba’s Cainiao to offer quick trade financing
by Ben Poole
Seven-day approvals for trade financing loans of up to US$500,000 will be offered to Tmall merchants in Hong Kong.
AFP releases Asia-Pacific Treasury Management Handbook
by Ben Poole
The book covers 12 elements of treasury management, with 15 country profiles.
Sumitomo Electric Industries to access CLSSettlement as a third-party participant
by Ben Poole
It becomes the first Japanese manufacturing company to settle currency trades via CLSSettlement as a third-party.
Deutsche Bank invests to support Vietnam cross-border trade
by Ben Poole
The bank is responding to higher demand for Vietnam dong on FX platforms.
COVID-19 to have significant economic impact on developing Asia
by Ben Poole
The Asian Development Bank has outlined how the virus will impact the region's economy.
Greenwich leaders in both European and Asian large corporate banking and cash management announced
by Ben Poole
Challenges for European companies creates opportunities for corporate banks, while commoditisation shifts the Asian landscape.
UnionBank and Wirecard partner on digital banking for corporates in the Philippines
by Ben Poole
The two say that the collaboration will provide corporate customers with secure, reliable banking facilities.
DBS completes first trade financing transaction on CamelONE Trade Finance portal
by Ben Poole
The bank has also issued a number of relief measures to help Singaporean corporates manage the coronavirus situation.
Standard Chartered pledges US$75bn to sustainable development goals
by Ben Poole
The bank also commits to net zero carbon emissions from its operations by 2030.
Deutsche Bank invests in Sri Lanka
by Ben Poole
The bank is targeting corporate clients with a new digital FX platform.
Mastercard gets approval for domestic operations in China
by Ben Poole
The company's joint venture with NetsUnion puts it one step closer to domestic bankcard clearing in-country.
Deutsche Bank partners with SimCorp on integrated fund services solutions in Asia Pacific
by Ben Poole
The agreement builds on a 14-year partnership between the bank's securities services business and the vendor.
DBS achieves fully digital trade financing settlement on Singapore’s networked trade platform
by Ben Poole
The first transaction of its kind on the platform involved Audi Singapore and Premium Automobiles.
ICC joins Singapore Government to launch TradeTrust
by Ben Poole
The project is designed to accelerate the digitalisation of global trade and commerce.
Singapore’s Payment Services Act comes into force
by Ben Poole
The Act is designed to enhance the regulatory framework for payment services in Singapore.