bank analysis
Singapore banks push ahead to post-pandemic era
Singapore banks push ahead to post-pandemic era
Significant loan book exposure in China is helping them recover faster than their regional peers.
Thai banks sufficiently buffered against ongoing risks: Fitch
Escalation of the pandemic in Thailand will significantly affect business activity in H2.
South Korean incumbent banks’ profits at risk as Kakao Bank expand loan services
The internet-only bank plans to launch mortgages and merchant loan products.
Second wave of COVID infections impairs Indian banks’ performance through 2022
Recovery will be more subdued as households prioritize rebuilding their savings.
SEA banks’ asset quality visibility still cloudy amidst extended loan relief schemes
Non-performing loan ratios will likely peak only by end-2021 or 2022, when relief measures expire.
Risks for Sri Lankan banks may rise when ISB investment suspension lifts: Fitch
Even with the suspension lifted, banks will still have difficulties accessing foreign currency funding.
Baiduri Bank’s margins likely tepid in 2021, but with profits satisfactory: S&P
The bank is expected to see moderate credit growth and satisfactory profits.