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Basel III Endgame and what it means for Singapore banks
The finalisation of Basel III rules represents a significant milestone in strengthening the global banking system’s resilience
2 days ago
Broker's Calls
Panin Bank acquisition impact for OCBC, DBS could be smaller on uncertainties: RHB
An OCBC-Panin Bank combination would lift the enlarged group to fifth position while a DBS-Panin Bank entity would propel DBS into the top 10 versus its high-teens ranking.
December 13, 2024
Banking & finance
Earnings growth, rising dividends attract investors
Banks' balancing act between Basel, dividends, growth, the Fed and Trump
November 14, 2024
REITs
Banks vs REITs: It’s not that simple
REITs benefit, banks don't, but there is more that meets the eye with the Fed's cut.
September 26, 2024
Broker's Calls
Analysts say dividends key to shareholder value for banks as loan growth could stay tepid
Focus on dividends as interest rates stay elevated, NIM to stay resilient but equity risk premium to impact share price
April 21, 2024
Broker's Calls
S&P Global Market Intelligence says local banks unlikely to repeat 2023's performance
Banks' earnings in 2024 could dip compared to 2023 according to survey by S&P Global Market Intelligence
March 21, 2024
Budget 2024
Budget 2024 is good for banks
Budget 2024's measures to support SMEs are good for banks with SME portfolios.
February 16, 2024
Banking & finance
What analysts expect from the 3Q results of banks
Competition for loans is expected to continue to intensify as mortgage rates dip below 3-month Sora
October 18, 2023
Right Timing
Support for the Straits Times Index is at 3,230 as banks turn into dividend plays
As the Straits Times Index declines towards 3,230, banks turn into dividend plays
August 04, 2023