SMBC, Nomura to issue digital bond with new settlement scheme
They are also working on a proof of concept for settlement of securities using digital currency. Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation…
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Protecting against the mobile Trojan horse in your pocket
Scammers, and the criminal organisations they work for, will always look for and take advantage of flaws in mobile banking…
What kids without wallets can teach us about the future of finance
The next generation isn’t waiting—and neither should we. In the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region, a quiet revolution is underway—led not by…
Citibank’s Chia Seok Hoon is an advocate for her co-workers
It is important to focus on solutions rather than problems when dealing with adversity. Citi Singapore Ltd.’s Chia Seok Hoon…
Investment bank fees in APAC ex. Japan log 8% rise to top $5b in Q1
Estimated advisory fees due to M&As rose 42% to $706.5m in the first quarter of 2025. An estimated $5b of…
Franklin Templeton names new co-heads of Global Official Institutions Group
The new office will serve central banks and sovereign wealth funds globally. Franklin Templeton has announced Tariq Ahmad and Sandeep…
SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition: A modern cloud ERP solution
Utilise a ready-to-run solution offering preconfigured best practices and continuous innovation. SAP S/4HANA Cloud Public Edition is a comprehensive cloud-based…
Macquarie Group to handle earnings drop following business sales to Nomura
Businesses in other markets should offset a drop in earnings in some businesses. Macquarie Group should be able to handle…
Banks feel pressure from private credit
Nonbank lenders are now providing capital even to low-risk corporate clients. Private credit has become a recognised asset class and…
Nomura to buy Macquarie’s US and EU asset mgmt business for $1.8b
Nomura’s AUM is expected to be $770b after completion of the sale. Nomura is acquiring Macquarie’s US and European public…