Product revolution set to sweep Asia’s trade
The rapid development of technology in the cash management space has enabled the birth of bank payment obligations (BPO). This much-talked about instrument has the potential to propel trade finance...
View ArticleGetting Japan’s investors to make a market call
The country’s unprecedented monetary easing is raising hopes that the public will finally ditch old investing habits and buy riskier assets. But they will only do so if the central bank and government...
View ArticleChina’s ambitions a challenge for Brics bank plans
Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa intend to launch a development bank that rivals existing supranationals. While the new institution enjoys some strong backers, it faces several...
View ArticleAustralia aims to add new financial ties to China
The antipodean nation has become the third country to initiate direct trading between its currency and the Chinese renminbi. But the full potential of this change can only be realised once China...
View ArticleAnalysts offer opinions on China's burgeoning debt levels
How concerning is the rise of local government debt levels and off-balance sheet products for Chinese banks?
View ArticleCCS rates turn favourable for dim sum issuers
Non-China CNH bond issuers have stayed away from the market in recent months after cross currency swaps moved out of favour. Yet as the tide turns, global names are returning to the market.
View ArticlePicking the best performer in China’s auto industry
The compilers of the M&E BDO ASIAMONEY Stars Index hone in on China’s automobile sector to ascertain which companies are best managed when compared to international stalwart Volkswagen. The results...
View ArticleCommodity experts consider outlook for raw materials
A set of commodity market experts discuss the prospects for various forms of metals and energy after recent softness in prices.
View ArticleThai baht’s future hangs on bureaucratic feud
A rift between the Bank of Thailand and the Ministry of Finance over how to deal with the surging baht threatens to undermine the independence of the central bank and shift attention away from an even...
View ArticleSizing up Asia’s growing syndicates
Investment bankers are decrying the increasing size of syndicates on bonds and equity issues in Asia, but little evidence exists that it has affected deal performance. For now, at least, the market...
View ArticleIndonesia’s unexpected bank governor
The appointment of Agus Martowardojo to Bank Indonesia was a surprise, but he is considered strong-willed and determined to enforce governance. He will need to be both to navigate a rising inflation...
View ArticleFacing a post-election credit crunch
The government of Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak needs to enforce fiscal discipline to tackle dropping revenue and weaker growth, but a disappointing election result could lead it to pursue...
View ArticleConcerns cloud Indonesia’s capital market appeal
The nation’s equity and bond markets have been on a tearing run during 2012 and early 2013. But investors are becoming more cautious, courtesy of regulatory uncertainties and a pending election next...
View ArticleAsia’s RMB service leaders
The offshore version of China’s renminbi currency is continuing to grow in trade settlement and product usage, and is gaining the support of an increasing number of banks. ASIAMONEY’s second Offshore...
View ArticleThe private banks best winning over Asia’s wealthy
Private banks are refining their strategies in an increasingly competitive landscape to take advantage of asset growth in Asia. This year’s Private Banking Poll winners reveal how they are seeking to...
View ArticleManila’s markets rely on robust foundations for recovery
The country’s capital markets have suffered a high level of volatility in recent weeks, following a stellar run during the early months of the year. Has the appeal of the Philippines’ flourishing...
View ArticleThailand on track for high speed mistake
The country needs infrastructure investment, but the government’s obsession on linking with neighbouring countries by high speed rail may cost it an opportunity to become more competitive.
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