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Mahindra & Mahindra partners with DBS Bank India to launch ESG-linked dealer financing plan

City Developments Limited Secures S$300M Sustainability-Linked Loan from DBS

Southeast Asia Power Demand to Triple by 2030, Requires Over $200 Billion Investment

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OCBC Plans to Add 30-50 Staff in Hong Kong by 2026 to Expand Wealth Management Team

OCBC Hong Kong Branch Attracts New Customers with Lifestyle Strategy, Account Growth Surges 125%

UOL Acquires UOB's Remaining Stake in Orchard Road Faber House for $68.5M

OCBC Bank 2026 H1 Revenue Surges 18%, Targets Top 10 Hong Kong Rank by 2030

CDL Secures SGD 300 Million Sustainability-Linked Loan from DBS

DBS Taiwan Launches DBS Spark Banking for Emerging Affluent Clients

AirTrunk Seeks $2.3B Loan for Data Center Project

SingTel 10 to Release FY2026 Earnings on May 21 Pre-Market SGT, Forecast Revenue SGD 14.46 B

OCBC signs agreement with Australia to boost trade and investment cooperation between ASEAN and Australia

Singapore Introduces Economic Strategy Review to Tackle AI Impact

Fitch Confirms and Upgrades DBS (Hong Kong)'s Ratings

UOB Reports Q1 2026 Net Profit Decline

DBS Hong Kong SME Head Sees Double-Digit New Customer Growth Target

OCBC plans to double wealth business by 2029

OCBC analyst maintains buy rating for UOB with target price

OCBC Bank released FY2026 Q1 earnings on May 8 Pre-Market (SGT), actual revenue SGD 3.612 B (forecast SGD 3.708 B), actual EPS SGD 0.4396 (forecast SGD 0.419)

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A study by 2C2P by Antom reveals that South-east Asia's e-commerce market is projected to reach US$289.8 billion by 2029, with a CAGR of 13.2% from 2024 to 2029. Digital payments will dominate, accounting for 97% of transactions, up from 89% in 2024. Domestic payments are expected to nearly double to US$92 billion, while mobile wallet transactions will grow to US$79 billion. SMEs are anticipated to contribute 58% of total e-commerce by 2029, despite challenges in digital payment adoption.

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South-east Asia’s e-commerce market to hit nearly US$290 billion by 2029: study

South-east Asian nations are aiming to implement a key regional trade agreement this year, addressing supply chain disruptions and rising energy costs due to the Middle East conflict. This was discussed at the 27th Asean Economic Community Council meeting in Cebu, where economic ministers reaffirmed commitments to open trade. The Upgraded Asean Trade in Goods Agreement (Atiga), which enhances trade facilitation and addresses non-tariff measures, is set for ratification. Asean leaders are expected to issue a statement on collective responses to the crisis, focusing on energy security and market stability.

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Asean leaders seek to bring regional trade pact into force this year amid Middle East pressures

Prime Minister Lawrence Wong will attend the 48th Asean Summit in Cebu, Philippines, from May 7 to 9. The summit will focus on trade and energy security amid Middle East supply chain disruptions, with discussions on strengthening regional cooperation and addressing the economic impact of the US-Israel war on Iran. Key agenda items include energy security, renewable energy investments, and food security. Wong will also hold bilateral meetings with other leaders, while Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. emphasizes the importance of addressing the global oil crisis and migrant worker safety.

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PM Wong to head to Cebu for Asean Summit; leaders to discuss trade, energy security amid Middle East tensions

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Governments in Asia are struggling to mitigate the economic impact of the energy crisis caused by the Iran war, leading to increased costs. The Asian Development Bank has revised its growth forecast for developing Asia and the Pacific downward due to these disruptions.

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Analysis-Asia battles rising, uneven toll of energy crisis caused by Iran war

Asean has committed to avoiding trade restrictions and implementing a fuel-sharing scheme in response to rising oil prices and supply disruptions caused by the Iran war. Philippine Trade Secretary Cristina Roque emphasized the importance of keeping trade open and predictable, stating that the region will avoid export bans on essential goods. Asean is also working on ratifying an agreement for coordinated emergency fuel sharing and upgrading trade agreements with countries like China, South Korea, and Canada. The ongoing geopolitical tensions are impacting economic stability in the region.

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Asean vows to avoid export bans, share fuel as oil prices soar

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The Asia-Pacific region is facing an electricity supercycle due to rising energy demand driven by electrification and artificial intelligence. Geopolitical tensions and extreme weather events contribute to energy price volatility. With demand expected to grow over 5% annually until 2027, the existing energy systems are under structural strain, highlighting the need for grid modernization to ensure long-term energy security.

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The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has approved BlackRock’s ASEAN Systematic Active Equity (SAE) strategy under the Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP). The BF1 Advantage ASEAN Equity Fund will invest across ASEAN equities, with approximately half allocated to Singapore. The fund aims to enhance Singapore’s asset management ecosystem and broaden investor participation in local equity markets. It will utilize a data-driven approach and is expected to hold 100 to 300 securities, tracking the MSCI ASEAN Investable Market Index. BlackRock's strategy is part of its larger $426.48 billion systematic equities platform.

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BlackRock has launched the Asean Systematic Active Equity (SAE) Strategy under Singapore's Equity Market Development Programme (EQDP), targeting small and mid-cap companies across Asean markets. The fund, available to institutional and retail investors, will typically hold 100-300 securities, with around 50% allocated to Singapore equities. BlackRock aims to enhance investor engagement and liquidity in Singapore's equity market, while the strategy aligns with the MSCI Asean Investable Market Index. The initiative is part of a broader effort to channel capital into the high-growth Asean region.

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The Philippines has been recognized for its leadership during the Asean Finance Ministers’ and Central Bank Governors’ Meeting (AFMGM), addressing various novel risks such as geoeconomic and geopolitical challenges, financial resilience, and climate risk management. The agenda emphasizes the need for holistic strategies to ensure sustainable prosperity for the 680 million people in the region, who face significant threats from energy price shocks, food crises, extreme weather, and rising living costs. Building resilient economies and financial markets is essential for long-term prosperity in Asean.

- The leadership of the Philippines at the ASEAN Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors Meeting (AFMGM) has been commendable, focusing on emerging risks.  
- Discussions covered geopolitical and geoeconomic challenges, including the impact of rising energy prices, food crises, and climate change on the region’s 680 million people.  
- The meeting emphasized that economic transformation and building resilient financial markets are crucial for achieving sustainable prosperity in ASEAN member states.

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Thailand is supporting Myanmar's efforts to normalize ties with ASEAN after years of exclusion due to a military coup. Thai Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow emphasized the need for Myanmar to address ASEAN's concerns for re-integration. The junta's new president, Min Aung Hlaing, aims for peace amid ongoing civil conflict and has invited opposition groups for dialogue. ASEAN leaders will meet next month to discuss the situation, while Myanmar's recent prisoner amnesty has been welcomed as a positive step towards reducing violence and humanitarian assistance.

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Thailand offers backing for Myanmar's bid to normalise ASEAN ties

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South-east Asia’s e-commerce market to hit nearly US$290 billion by 2029: study

Asean leaders seek to bring regional trade pact into force this year amid Middle East pressures

PM Wong to head to Cebu for Asean Summit; leaders to discuss trade, energy security amid Middle East tensions

Analysis-Asia battles rising, uneven toll of energy crisis caused by Iran war

Asean vows to avoid export bans, share fuel as oil prices soar