CGS-CIMB reiterates 'overweight' call on banking sector, underpined by LLP decline
The growth in household loans inched down from 5.0 per cent yoy at end-Dec-2020 to 4.9 per cent yoy in January this year.
Wed Mar 03 2021
Company director charged with money laundering of more than RM9 million
A company director was charged in the Sessions Court here with money laundering, involving more than RM9 million.
Wed Jul 08 2020
Hong Leong Bank Bhd eyes 5pc loan growth for FY19
Mostly driven by the retail and business banking segments, Hong Leong Bank Bhd foresees to achieve loan growth of more than 5 per cent for financial year ending June 30, 2019.
Tue Feb 26 2019
Hong Leong Bank allows customers to use WeChat Payment
Hong Leong Bank Berhad will provide WeChat Pay payment solutions after the bank has received the approval from Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) to do so.
Fri Dec 01 2017
Hong Leong Bank opens Labuan International branch
Hong Leong Bank (HLB) has established Hong Leong Bank Bhd, Labuan International Branch (HLBLIB), in an effort to expand its regional footprint.
Thu Dec 15 2016
Hong Leong Bank unveils online loan application platform
This makes HLB the first bank in Malaysia to roll out an off-site straight through processing mobile auto loan application platform on tablets for its sales force.
Thu Nov 03 2016
Former headmaster claims trial for accepting RM4,400 bribe
Sekolah Jenis Kebangsaaan (T) Rawang former headmaster M. Subramaniam today claimed trial at the Shah Alam Sessions Court today to two charges of receiving bribes from a canteen operator two years ago
Wed Mar 30 2016
HLB targets 50 pct of its retail customers to use mobile app in three years
In less than a year, Hong Leong Bank has about 80,000 active users using its mobile apps banking system called PEx (Payment Express).
Wed Apr 01 2015
Iran's supreme leader says Hamas leader's death will not halt 'Axis of Resistance'
The "Axis of Resistance", built up with years of Iranian support, includes Hamas, the Lebanese Hezbollah group, the Houthi movement in Yemen, and various Shi'ite groups in Iraq and Syria.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says Russia willing to seek compromises between Iran and Israel
Russia is ready to help seek compromises between arch-foes Israel and Iran, President Vladimir Putin said on Friday, saying these would be difficult but possible.
Sat Oct 19 2024
What proposals will Russia push at the BRICS summit?
The proposal is also to establish a BRICS reinsurance company to allow uninterrupted shipment of goods and key commodities between members.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Indonesia's free meals plan in the spotlight as Prabowo readies for office
Prabowo calls the programme one of the main drivers of economic growth, eventually set to add an estimated 2.5 million jobs.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Astro AWANI's revamped English news website, AWANI International, launches on Oct 21
Astro AWANI's revamped English platform delivers in-depth global news and expert analysis to keep you informed on key developments.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Israeli strikes kill 33 people in Jabalia refugee camp in Gaza, medics say
Residents of Jabalia said Israeli tanks had reached the heart of the camp after pushing through suburbs and residential districts.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Liam Payne's ex-partner calls for media restraint after 'painful' death
Cheryl Tweedy used her statement to urge the media to remember they had a seven-year-old son, Bear, who could read the reports.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Analysts: Indonesia's strong MoF leadership team to boost investor confidence
Sri Mulyani Indrawati as head of Indonesia's Ministry of Finance is expected to instil confidence among investors.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Biden offers both a carrot and a stick to Israel as his term nears an end
Israel has frequently resisted US advice and has caused political difficulties for the Biden administration.
Sat Oct 19 2024
Putin says BRICS will generate most of global economic growth
Russian President Vladimir Putin will host a summit of the group in the city of Kazan on Oct. 22-24.
Sat Oct 19 2024