A set of new sustainable development initiatives is establishing Singapore as a green finance hub and hints at Beijing’s broader intentions in the region.

As China develops its digital currency, Australia tables a bill that aims to set an example for the region in monitoring and reporting requirements.

There are rising concerns over China’s banking system as the country’s lenders feel the effects of slowing growth combined with a deflating real estate market.

The newly introduced Futures and Derivatives Law brings the country’s financial services market in line with international standards, welcoming foreign financing. 

While state-owned banks are making the headlines in the country ranking, the city banks are leading the way in performance. 

The long shadow of Covid-19 is impacting China’s economy, as the country struggles to meet its ambitious growth targets. 

A turbulent year in China’s real estate sector has created unease in the domestic market.

Although China’s banks have continued to show strong results in the Top 1000, there are signs of cracks emerging with continued economic pressure.

While China’s biggest banks have held on to their places at the head of the Top 1000 ranking, the country’s economy is showing signs of strain.