U.S. corporate debt hits record mark in Q3: S&P

Rise in debt led by refinancing activity among higher-rated companies. Total U.S. corporate borrowing hit a new record in the third quarter, according to new data from S&P Global Market Intelligence. The rating agency reported that the total debt load for...

UTB gets investment boost to fund growth

United Trust Bank has secured an investment from private equity firm Warburg Pincus, which will take a minority stake in the lender. Subject to regulatory approval, the agreement will help to fund UTB’s expansion and allow it to branch into...

Daikin Opens $206 Million AC Factory in West Java

Daikin Industries Indonesia (DIID) has completed its first full-scale air conditioner (AC) factory in Cikarang, West Java, Indonesia. The 20-hectare facility was built with an investment of Rp 3.3 trillion ($206 million). The investments were raised with the assistance of...

PayerMax and Standard Chartered collaborate on cross-border payments

At the Singapore Fintech Festival, representatives from PayerMax and Standard Chartered have discussed a partnership to improve cross-border payments for global brands.   The partnership addresses challenges in emerging markets through enhanced compliance frameworks, technological integration, and cooperation between ecosystems. Merchants...