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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...

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Getting 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...

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China’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...

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Australia 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...

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Analysts 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?

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CCS 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.

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Picking 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...

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Commodity 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.

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Thai 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...

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Sizing 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...

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Indonesia’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...

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Facing 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...

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Concerns 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...

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The top banks for RMB services

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Asia’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...

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The 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...

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Private Banking Poll 2013 results

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Cash Management Poll results

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Manila’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...

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Thailand 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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