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£15 million London apartment linked to Bangladeshi businessman frozen by court

A luxury apartment near Regent’s Park in London has been frozen by the High Court while the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) investigates the source of the money used to acquire it. The property, valued at about £15 million, is linked to Bangladeshi businessman Anisuzzaman “Ronny” Chowdhury, brother of the…

The Times of India · Oct 27

Asia-focused banks face bond market risks ahead of Q3 earnings

Asia-focused banks face mounting pressure from rising bond yields, inflation and currency volatility ahead of third-quarter earnings. HSBC, Standard Chartered and DBS confront profitability and capital risks, while Japanese and Southeast Asian lenders navigate bond losses, funding pressures and economic uncertainty.

The Economic Times · Oct 26

Why This Analyst Says Nvidia Proves AI Stocks Aren’t in a Bubble — and Why He May Be Looking at the Wrong Numbers

DBS argues that Nvidia’s valuation shows AI stocks remain far from bubble territory, but wide valuation gaps across the sector complicate the broader picture.

Barchart · Oct 8

‘Fed’ up with inflation? US rate hike leaves RBI with an October-or-December dilemma, economists say

The US Federal Reserve’s first rate hike since 2023 has added to pressure on India, with the rupee breaching 96 against the dollar and economists increasingly debating when the RBI could follow with a hike of its own. Emkay sees an October move as increasingly likely, while HDFC Bank expects…

The Economic Times · Sep 17

Global Market: DBS raises full-year outlook as record Q2 profit beats estimates

DBS Group announced a robust nine percent increase in net profit for the second quarter, bolstered by a remarkable forty-two percent rise in wealth management fees. Following an exceptional first half, the bank upgraded its full-year guidance. Despite facing margin pressures, overall profit margins showed improvement with a higher return…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

Netflix Is Betting Billions That AI Will Strengthen Its Business. Here’s What Wall Street Is Missing.

Netflix’s post-earnings selloff may be overlooking the company’s strong fundamentals, record buybacks, and AI-driven long-term competitive advantage.

Barchart · Jul 28

Global Market: DBS targets over $774 billion in wealth assets by 2030 amid Asia wealth boom

DBS Group aims to grow assets under management in its retail and wealth businesses from S$632 billion at the end of 2025 to more than S$1 trillion by 2030. The bank plans to capitalise on Asia’s rising wealth and Singapore’s growing role as a global financial hub.

The Economic Times · Jul 15

NRIs looking to park your dollars? Ujjivan SFB offers 7.5%, DBS up to 5.6% on FCNR deposits

Banks are raising returns on FCNR(B) deposits after the RBI eased norms to attract foreign currency inflows. Ujjivan Small Finance Bank now offers 7.5% on 3–5-year USD FCNR deposits, while DBS Bank India provides up to 5.6%, giving NRIs more attractive options to park their dollar savings.

The Economic Times · Jul 2

The surprising reason India's most expensive stocks often keep rising

Indian stocks defy logic, with expensive companies consistently outperforming. This trend, observed over 15 years, sees sectors like defence and retail surge despite high valuations, driven by structural shifts and strong earnings. Jefferies highlights the power sector as the next potential beneficiary, citing strong demand and private sector capex. Investors…

The Economic Times · Jul 2

India's economic plot twist comes with one villain stepping aside, another waiting

India's economic outlook has improved as falling crude oil prices ease inflation, strengthen the balance of payments and prompt economists to raise GDP growth forecasts. But the optimism comes with fresh risks, including an uneven monsoon, food inflation, geopolitical tensions in West Asia and uncertainty over global commodity prices, making…

The Economic Times · Jul 1