Why married couples need financial planners
Why Financial Planners are Essential for Married Couples Clients who get married are starting a life together that could benefit from a financial planner. However, for financial advisors seeking to retain them for the long term, engaging both spouses is crucial in helping them navigate the emotional issues connected to shared money and wealth, along […]
IMB fatten NIM, plan buyback
IMB Bank’s Profitability Boosted by Net Interest Margin Increase IMB Bank, under the leadership of chair Catherine Aston, has reported a significant lift in its net interest margin, a key factor driving the bank’s profitability. The bank’s net interest margin increased by 25 basis points to 2.32 per cent, a substantial boost that strongly contributed […]
HSBC to acquire remaining stake in Hang Seng Bank for $13.63bn
HSBC Proposes Privatisation of Hang Seng Bank In an unprecedented move, HSBC has proposed a plan to privatise Hang Seng Bank, one of the primary banking institutions in Hong Kong. The deal, which involves HSBC’s subsidiary HSBC Asia Pacific, is estimated to be worth HK$106.1bn ($13.63bn). The proposal outlines a plan for HSBC Asia Pacific […]
Book notes: Private finance, public power: a history of bank supervision in America, by Peter Conti-Brown and Sean H Vanatta
A Glimpse into the Historical Landscape of Bank Supervision in America In the realm of financial regulation, the United States holds a unique position. The country’s banking and banking regulatory model, while distinct, has been a historical leader in the field. This is illustrated in vivid detail in “Private finance, public power: a history of […]