Despite Varying Risks And Profitability, Southeast Asia Banks Are Likely To Stay The Course, Says S&P Report Jul 11

Standard & Poors, July 2011

Abstract
SINGAPORE (Standard & Poor's) July 25, 2011--Southeast Asian banks are likely to remain resilient this year, after the strong regional economic recovery in 2010, says Standard & Poor's Ratings Services in a report published today. Overall, most banks in Southeast Asia have high loans growth and low to moderate credit costs, but they continue to vary considerably in profitability and risk management practices, said the report titled "Despite Varying Risks And Profitability, Southeast Asian Banks Are Likely To Remain Healthy." Banks in emerging markets, such as Indonesia, have higher loan margins, while those in more mature markets, such as Singapore and Malaysia, face margin pressure due to competition. In a separate Standard & Poor's report released recently, we believe the...

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