Standard Chartered shuffles senior execs in global transaction banking
Standard Chartered is shaking things up in its transaction banking division, and it seems like there’s a bit of a musical chairs vibe going on. [more…]
Philippines’ bold rate cut spurs Asia’s central banks to reconsider
In a move that caught many by surprise, the Philippines’ central bank broke away from the pack, slashing its main policy rate last week. This [more…]
HKMA sets new guidelines for GenAI in banking
In a move aimed at steering the burgeoning use of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in Hong Kong’s financial sector, the city’s de facto central bank, [more…]
Vienna drenched by storm and shatters rainfall records
In a weekend that seemed ripped from a disaster film, the Alpine regions of Austria and parts of Vienna found themselves at the mercy of [more…]
Canadian retail giant ACT makes a $38.4bn bid for 7-Eleven in historic takeover attempt
In an unexpected move, the Canadian convenience store powerhouse Alimentation Couche-Tard (ACT) has thrown down a jaw-dropping £29.7 billion ($38.4 billion USD) bid for the [more…]
Taiwan’s Highway Bureau creates lifeline for crabs at Banana Bay
The annual migration of land crabs at Banana Bay is more than just a natural spectacle—it’s a test of survival in a world of concrete [more…]
SM Prime banks on youthful economy amid Chinese online gaming shutdown
The Philippines, known for its vibrant and dynamic economy, now finds itself at a pivotal moment. SM Prime Holdings and its sister companies under the [more…]
Norway’s Morrow Batteries sparks green revolution with first factory
In a small town on Norway’s southern coast, a bold new chapter in the country’s industrial story is beginning to unfold. Picture this: a coastal [more…]
Edelweiss Air brings Swiss charm to Seattle and Halifax with new flights
Get ready, Seattle! Starting June 2, 2025, the Alpine breeze of Switzerland is coming straight to your doorstep with Edelweiss’s new direct flights from SeaTac [more…]
Seoul’s housing market surge sparks new financial fears
The South Korean housing market is heating up again, and the flames are particularly intense in the capital, Seoul. In July, home prices across the [more…]