Hong Kong Considers Changes to Insurance Capital Rules
Proposed adjustments to Hong Kong’s insurance capital framework could ease capital pressures for certain insurers while encouraging long-term infrastructure investment. …
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Sun Life Reports Record Growth in Asia
Sun Life Financial Incorporated has announced robust results for the 2025 fiscal year, driven primarily by a significant surge in …
Two-Stage Advance Facility Simplifies Loan Restructuring
Bangladesh Bank has recently issued new guidelines aimed at facilitating the recovery and financial stabilisation of institutions affected by non-performing …
Bangladesh Bank Extends Loan Rescheduling for Jute Exporters
In a timely move to alleviate financial pressure on jute exporters, Bangladesh Bank has extended the deadline for applying for …
Filipino Youth Prefer Human Advisors Over AI
Manila, Philippines — Despite the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and digital financial technologies, young Filipinos continue to place …
Trade Deficit Widens Despite Inflows
Fresh concerns have emerged over the country’s external trade position as the gap between merchandise imports and exports expands sharply, …
Global Insurance Industry Advances
Between 16 and 20 February, the international insurance sector experienced notable developments spanning leadership restructuring, regulatory oversight, strategic realignment, product …
Dai-ichi Life Raises Profit Forecast
Dai-ichi Life has upgraded its full-year earnings guidance, reflecting improved investment conditions, firmer bond yields and sustained policy retention, according …
Private Banks’ Lending Surge Raises Alarm
Aggressive credit expansion by private commercial banks is heightening systemic risk within the national banking sector, according to a recent …
Sub-Branches Drive Significant Loan, Deposit Growth
Recent statistics from Bangladesh Bank indicate that during the July–September 2025 quarter, loans and advances disbursed through bank sub-branches rose …