Financial Services

Fewer SMEs now struggle in securing bank credit: survey

Fewer SMEs now struggle in securing bank credit: survey

A total of 30% of SMEs perceived more difficult credit approval, down from 35% previously.

BOC Hong Kong's operating income climbs 16% to $13.42b in Q1

The Q1 performance, however, was lower by 9.8% year-on-year.

HSBC's profit up 82% amidst expected credit losses

Its net profit for the quarter amounted to $35.7b (US$4.6b).

Citi to hire 300 new relationship managers for Hong Kong wealth arm

The bank has outlined bold plans to triple its client numbers and double assers under management by 2025.

Moody's rates Guotai Junan Holdings' US$3b medium-term note

The company received a long-term and short-term rating of (P)Baa1 and (P)P-2.

Huarong AMC at risk of a Moody's rating downgrade

The company’s ratings are currently under review, but negative sentiments persist.

Haitong International joins Singapore Exchange

This will allow the Group to expand its service scope ifurther into the Greater China region.

New appointments for the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Advisory Committee

The Government has also appointed new members to the Process Review Panel on regulation of Mandatory Provident Fund Intermediaries.

HKMA launches Global Regtech Challenge

It aims to raise awareness on the potential of regtech adoption.

Statrys 'humanisation' of the payment platform services

How this fintech startup offers digital solutions with a human touch.

Sun Life appoints Clement Lam as CEO of Sun Life Hong Kong

Sun Life has also appointed Karim Gilani as president of International Hubs.

HKMC, five banks sign MOU on infrastructure loans framework

The MOU will set out the principal terms for potential infrastructure loan cooperation.

Moody's affirms Mong Duong Finance's Ba3 rating

The firm has also revised Mong Duong Finance’s outlook to 'positive'.

Sun Hung Kai profit rose 22% in 2020

It also marked the company’s transformation to an alternative investment platform from a securities house.

Azure Risk launches Hong Kong operations

The startup has appointed Anmol Sawlani to lead its team.

Hong Kong steps up as 4th leading financial centre in the world

The city’s rating, however, slips two points, the index shows.