South Asia

Citi's Ashu Khullar to become GAM co-head

K. Balasubramanian, Asia South head of corporate banking, has been appointed India subcontinent sub-cluster & banking head and India Citi country officer & banking head designate, to replace Khullar's current role.

February 05, 2025

Asia tech debt and equity deals, including AI, to grow 10% or more in 2025: Citi

With China's DeepSeek already shaking up 2025's AI market, around $70bn was raised last year by Asia's tech firms.

January 23, 2025

Bangladesh begins special audit, stress testing of banks, as bad loans add to crisis

Six banks have been placed under central bank control, with up to $50bn of non-performing loans under scrutiny after looting scandal.

January 21, 2025

FinanceAsia Awards 2025 -- open now

Entries are now open for the 29th edition of the FinanceAsia Awards which celebrate the best banks, brokers, consultants, rating agencies, law firms and other financial institutions across the region.

January 14, 2025

Asia's Best Companies 2025 Poll -- open now

FinanceAsia's annual poll celebrates Asia's best companies which are voted for by our readers.

January 07, 2025

Bangladesh under huge money laundering cloud: interim government

Illicit financial outflows hit $16bn annually while the local stock exchange and the environment was neglected, according to a white paper published by the interim government.

December 17, 2024

Asia’s bond outlook upbeat for issuers in 2025: JP Morgan

Refinancing needs, fewer defaults, falling interest rates, sustainable bonds, and support from banks, are all fueling demand.

December 17, 2024

FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024: the winners

All the winners of the FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024 across the five categories.

November 26, 2024

Adani Group founder indicted by US authorities over alleged bribery

There are allegations of $250m of bribes paid to Indian government officials to secure solar energy contracts for an Indian energy firm with Guatam Adani named by a court.

November 21, 2024

FinanceAsia Achievement Awards 2024: Apac's best deals revealed

Read on to find out the winners of our Deal Awards – Asia Pacific.

November 19, 2024