The unmet demand for trade finance services yawns widely reaching more than $1.6 trillion. The ICC concludes banks alone will not solve this desperate issue.
From a small Hong Kong office, a state-owned giant manages billions that bankroll global energy projects. Now, it's looking at taking its cash-pooling solutions global.
New rules imposing capital floors are being keenly debated – especially among German, French and Japanese banks. The outcome could be critical for corporate treasurers in emerging markets.
Partnering with a fintech company can clearly benefit your treasury operations; but if banks fret about risks associated with new technology, so should corporate treasurers. The right due diligence is essential.
Knock-on effects of US president's "war" on financial regulation could see Europe pull away from implementing banking regulations. For Asia-based treasurers, that could mean easier access to trade finance and simpler ...
Cash pooling, FX and interest rate hedging are to be spared the tax rod after the US Treasury reportedly agreed to create a safe harbour for these activities.
*China outlines reserves rule for foreign bank FX trading
*GMFA objects to proposed Basel III revisions on cash pooling
*Singapore confirms steps against financial cybercrime
To turn corporate bad loans into performing assets, the Reserve Bank of India has nudged its debt restructuring rules to grant lenders an easier way out of defaulting companies.