Lending & Credit

UnaFinancial reaches $2b in loan disbursements

At least 65% of its 17.7 million customers get another loan from them.

UnaFinancial reaches $2b in loan disbursements

At least 65% of its 17.7 million customers get another loan from them.

Banks must expand net zero targets, set clearer O&G goals: org

Japan, SoKor have yet to set medium and long-term targets aligned with a 1.5°C scenario.

PH banks’ loans up 10.4% in July

Growth of loans to residents slowed over the month.

BCA walks the talk on sustainable finance

The Indonesian bank considers the environment and governance in its lending decisions.

Thaioil takes up sustainable deposits, linked swaps with SCB

Funds from deposits will support projects that reduce environmental impact.

Thailand’s loan growth slows to 0.3% in Q2 as SME loans contract

The central bank said there is a need to continue to monitor SMEs’ debt serviceability.

South Korea unveils new credit blocking program against phishing scams

Voice phishing scams reportedly amounted to over $146m in 2023.

CIMB launches green loan for SMEs

They can receive rebates of up to 0.4% depending on their targets.

MUFG invests $338.5m in India’s DMI Finance

DMI Finance has provided loans to 15.2 million customers in India as of March 2024.

South Korean banks’ net income down 11% in H1 

Interest income grew but net interest margin (NIM) dipped. 

Aussie mutual lenders may consolidate to fewer than 10: analyst

Up to 40 mutual lenders may consolidate and potentially disappear, said S&P analyst Lisa Barrett.

Krungthai Card to miss loan growth target for 2024

It should be able to maintain its NPL ratio below 2% for the whole year.

Malaysia’s corporate loans grow faster in Q2

Household loans grew at the same pace as in Q1.

SME Bank partners with MARC to support Malaysian SME growth

They will combine their expertise in data and business coaching.

Indian bankers optimistic for loan demand: survey

Except for mining and quarrying, demand is expected to hold up through September.

South Korea’s corporate loans rise in July; deposits decline

Tax payments and outflow of funds for various reasons led to the drop.

SoKor household loans rise in July on more mortgages

Demand may also be higher due to the summer vacation season.