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Vietnam's SHB raises S$229m with CGIF-backed Singapore dollar social bonds
The dual-tranche offering by Saigon-Hanoi Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SHB) is the first Singapore dollar bond from a Vietnamese issuer, funding local small and medium enterprises.
Bank Indonesia Vows Rupiah Stability as Governance Fears Mount
Indonesia's central bank affirmed its commitment to the rupiah after it closed at Rp18,184 per US dollar on Wednesday, while officials warned of further weakening risks.
DBS Indonesia, BCA Dismiss Merger Rumours Amid Share Surge
Bank Central Asia (BCA) shares climbed 7.65 percent on 28 October as social media spread unconfirmed reports of a share exchange with DBS Indonesia.
Reserve Bank of India pulls ₹1.65 trillion from money markets
India's central bank acted on 29 October 2026, tightening system liquidity. The overnight market saw ₹7.37 trillion in volume, trading at an average rate of 5.51%.
Singapore Chip Stocks Decline as Alphabet Misses Forecasts
Singapore-listed semiconductor shares, including AEM, experienced significant drops on Friday, 30 October 2026, following a 12.6 per cent plunge in Alphabet stock after its third-quarter revenue fell below expectations.
Bank of Thailand holds rate at 1%, lifts 2026 growth on AI exports
The Bank of Thailand maintained its benchmark rate at a four-year low of 1% for the fourth consecutive meeting, citing manageable inflation and a 24% surge in September exports.
Panth Infracon shares jump 10% despite Q2 profit halving
Panth Infracon's stock climbed over 10% on BSE today, reaching an intraday high of ₹13.99, even as the company reported a 54.61% year-on-year drop in net profit for the September quarter.
Vietnamese Dong Gains on Dollar in Unofficial Market
The US dollar declined 0.23% to VND26,080 at unofficial exchange points in Vietnam on Wednesday, 28 October 2026, as the State Bank of Vietnam also adjusted its reference rate.
Sea Explores Singapore Exchange IPO for Monee Financial Unit
NYSE-listed Sea's CEO, Forrest Li, revealed the potential listing for its payments and lending arm, suggesting it could accelerate Monee's growth.
OMERS Acquires La Trobe Financial Stake From Brookfield
Canadian pension fund OMERS is taking a minority interest in the Australian alternative asset manager, following a prior investment this year by Asia-focused Axight.
Saigon Gold Bars Rise 0.21% as Vietnam Prices Rebound
Gold bar prices from Saigon Jewelry Company reached VND142 million (US$5,497.60) per tael on Tuesday, reflecting a broader global uptick in the precious metal.
Hong Kong IPOs stall: Four listings halted since July 2026
Hong Kong's IPO market faces pressure as four companies, including robotics maker Changzhou Microintelligence, halt listings since July 2026, aiming to raise HK$2.1 billion.
Vietnam Dong Dips 0.04%, Yen Weakens 0.16% Ahead of BOJ
The Vietnamese dong saw a marginal 0.04% dip against the US dollar to VND26,040 on Tuesday, as the Japanese yen also eased 0.16% to 157.73 per dollar.
Indian Equities Flat on Oil Concerns; ICICI Securities Recommends Futures
India's Nifty 50 and Sensex closed Tuesday mostly unchanged, as Brent crude oil traded near $116 per barrel. ICICI Securities offered futures recommendations for CDSL, Zydus Lifesciences, and Sun Pharma.
Asian Markets Eye Samsung, Hynix Earnings, Fed, ECB Rates
Asian investors track major technology company earnings and central bank rate decisions this week, following a mixed start for global markets.
Anand Rathi's Patel: Bullish India outlook, stock levels after drop
Jigar Patel of Anand Rathi Share and Stock Brokers suggests a conditional bullish outlook for Indian indices and specific trading levels for Paytm, Sapphire Foods, and Larsen & Toubro.
MAS, SGX urged to scrutinise issue managers after IPO slumps
Singapore's regulators face calls to examine issue managers as persistent post-listing share price slumps erode investor confidence and valuations for new listings.
RBI to Auction ₹23,300 Crore in State Bonds for Eleven Indian States
The Reserve Bank of India will conduct the auction on October 27, 2026, offering a mix of new and re-issued securities with varying maturities.
AI Earnings Drive Equities Higher; French Bond Yields Hit 5%
Global stock indexes gained on Wednesday, October 21, with Super Micro shares rising 9.5% after exceeding forecasts, as France's 10-year bond yield reached 5%.
Singapore, UK Advance Digital Asset, AI Finance Cooperation
The 11th Financial Dialogue on 20 October saw MAS and HM Treasury review initiatives for cross-border tokenisation, AI safeguards, and quantum security in financial services.
MAS Proposes Stricter Rules for Foreign Stablecoin Access
The central bank's 1 September proposal aims to attract international payment firms to Asia's financial markets by allowing regulated foreign tokens.
India Bullion Prices Slide as Fed Rate Watch Intensifies
Gold and silver markets in India saw sharp declines on Friday, with 24K gold falling 0.61% to ₹1,42,750 per 10 grams, as global prices dipped ahead of the US Federal Reserve's policy meeting next week.
RBI to Conduct ₹50,000 Crore Liquidity Injection Auction
India's central bank will hold a three-day variable rate repo operation on 23 October 2026 to inject funds into the financial system, managing short-term liquidity.
Jakarta Index Hits Six-Year Low After MSCI Market Status Warning
Indonesia's benchmark stock index plunged 15.2% over two sessions, hitting a six-year low after MSCI signalled a potential market status downgrade, prompting official meetings and regulatory action.
Singapore Dollar Becomes Carry Trade Funder as MAS Pauses Policy
The Monetary Authority of Singapore's recent policy pause and falling local money market yields make the SGD a cheaper borrowing option for investors, strategists note.
Vingroup's Pham Nhat Vuong, Buffett among top global wealth gainers
Southeast Asia's richest man, Pham Nhat Vuong, added $2.3 billion to his net worth on Wednesday, driven by a 7% surge in Vingroup shares. He ranked second globally in daily fortune increase.
Mynt GCash IPO: Philippines' Largest Listing Raises $967mn
Mynt, operator of the GCash mobile wallet, completed the Philippines' largest-ever initial public offering, raising 60.9 billion pesos (US$966.99 million).
MSCI Downgrade Threat Sinks Indonesia Stocks to Six-Year Low
Jakarta's benchmark index fell over 5 per cent on Monday, following an 11.6 per cent drop on Friday, as MSCI considers reclassifying Indonesia to "standalone" status from "emerging markets" next year.
Singapore drives Southeast Asia fintech funding, trebles to US$2.3bn
Singapore captured 83 per cent of the capital in 9M 2026, while the number of funding rounds fell sharply, Tracxn reported.
GCash Parent Mynt IPO Debuts October 20 on Philippine Exchange
Mynt, the company behind digital payments platform GCash, is scheduled to list on the Philippine Stock Exchange on October 20, with its P53 billion initial public offering reportedly oversubscribed.