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Maybank posts net profit RM2.48b in Q1 FY26

Maybank has announced a net profit of RM2.48b for the first quarter ending 31 March 2026, a 4.2% decline from RM2.59b in the same period...


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Lockton taps Thangavelu to tackle operational hurdles

Lockton has announced the appointment of Siva Thangavelu as Chief Operating Officer of Lockton Sime Malaysia, aiming to drive regional transformation and operational excellence. With...


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DBS to launch 18 new wealth centres across Asia by 2027

DBS has announced a significant expansion of its wealth management services, with plans to open 18 new wealth centres across Asia by the end of...


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OCBC accelerates China-ASEAN trade with new partnership

OCBC has announced a strategic partnership with the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI) and the China Chamber of Commerce for Import and...


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UOB expands aggressively in Vietnam market

UOB Deputy Chairman and CEO Wee Ee Cheong met with Vietnam President To Lam on 30 May 2026 during the Shangri-La Dialogue in Singapore. The...


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Standard Chartered names Baweja as data chief

Standard Chartered has announced the appointment of Shebani Baweja as the new Group Chief Data Officer (CDO), effective immediately. Baweja will report to Alvaro Garrido,...


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AI threatens jobs of Singapore finance professionals

Singapore's finance professionals are confident in their ability to learn and apply artificial intelligence (AI) skills, yet nearly half fear it could threaten their jobs,...


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CIMB profit remains resilient in Q1 2026

CIMB Group Holdings Berhad has announced a net profit of RM1.9b for the first quarter ending 31 March 2026, achieving a return on equity of...


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Skylink profits surge 61.7% amid strategic growth

Skylink Holdings has announced a robust financial performance for the year ending 31 March 2026, with a 34.1% increase in revenue, primarily driven by its...


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SATS profits climb despite Middle East turmoil

SATS Ltd has announced a record net profit of S$285.2m for the financial year ending 31 March 2026, marking a 17% increase from the previous...


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