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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 Cebu Pacific cements its leadership in the Philippine domestic and international aviation market, president and chief commercial officer Xander Lao explains how greater capacity from recent expansion in its fleet and network will drive better margins and long-term financial growth.
Pakistan: Best Bank (DOMESTIC) | Best Bank for Financial Inclusion (DOMESTIC) | Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (DOMESTIC) | Best Sustainable Bank (DOMESTIC) | Most DEI Progressive - Banks (DOMESTIC) | Most Innovative Use of Technology - Banks (DOMESTIC)
Singapore: Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (DOMESTIC) | Most Innovative Use of Technology - Banks (DOMESTIC) HONG KONG SAR: Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (INTERNATIONAL) INDONESIA: Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (INTERNATIONAL) MALAYSIA: Best Commercial Bank - SMEs (INTERNATIONAL)
Mubadala Capital will subscribe to around $150m worth of shares in the approximate $500m share offering which is launching on June 26; the deal is being led by Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs; CMBI, HSBC and several other banks and brokers are also involved.
Andrew Cross, CFO at the Beijing-based infrastructure bank, shared his views on private capital mobilisation, high interest rates, sustainabilty bonds, and the attraction of Hong Kong as a fundraising destination; the AIIB is looking to deploy $75bn by 2030.
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.
Through its pivotal role in the record-breaking acquisition of Vinda International Holdings by a subsidiary of Singapore’s Royal Golden Eagle (RGE) Group, BOC Macau secured a well-earned award from FinanceAsia for ‘Best Syndicated Loan Deal - China Offshore’.
The loss-making Singapore-based airline, 49% owned by Qantas, has been hit by supplier costs, airport fees, aviation charges, and growing capacity and competition in the region; Qantas, which has been impacted by Cyclone Alfred, said Singapore remains a "critical hub".
Hong Kong stocks and listings have performed well since the start of the year as depressed valuations and budding confidence has shifted capital away from US stocks; more listings this week show the momentum is here to stay, despite tariff uncertainty.
SS&C Intralinks is transforming M&A dealmaking and fund management across Asia Pacific (APAC) with AI-powered platforms. These platforms are empowering firms to move faster, make smarter decisions, and capitalise on opportunities in a fast-changing market.
The firm, backed by Peter Thiel's Valar Ventures, has over $10bn of assets, is growing fast in Australia, Hong Kong and Singapore. Syfe's CEO told FA that management is open to exploring opportunities in Japan and South Korea in the "longer term".
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.