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Union Bancaire Privée (UBP) has appointed Raoul Jacot-Descombes as the new Group Chief Risk Officer, effective mid-January. With nine years at UBP and previously serving as Head of Risk & Compliance, he will oversee all risk monitoring, including operational, liquidity, market, and counterparty risks. Jacot-Descombes resigned from his role as Deputy CEO at the Fédération des Entreprises Romandes to return to the bank.
Turkey's banking regulator has announced that banks and financial institutions will not be required to adopt inflation accounting in 2025. This decision alleviates potential pressure on bank earnings, as it avoids the need to adjust balance sheets for extreme price changes before the full-year results are reported.
The Reserve Bank of India has reduced the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) by 50 basis points to 4%, releasing Rs 1.16 lakh crore in liquidity into the system, which is beneficial for borrowers. Meanwhile, the policy repo rate remains unchanged at 6.50%, indicating stable lending and deposit rates for banks.
UniCredit's CEO Andrea Orcel is navigating two potential takeover bids, one for Banco BPM and another for Commerzbank, amid political challenges in Germany. Analysts suggest there is room to enhance the offer for Banco BPM, possibly by including a cash component, while cautioning against excessive increases that could dilute shareholder earnings. Orcel's strategy reflects a broader consolidation trend in the Italian banking sector, with Banco BPM seen as a key target to strengthen UniCredit's position against larger rival Intesa Sanpaolo.
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has extended the credit on UPI facility to small finance banks, previously available only to scheduled commercial banks. This initiative, launched in September 2023, allows users to access instant credit through UPI apps, enhancing financial inclusion, especially for customers in small towns and rural areas. The move aims to provide convenient digital credit access for 'new-to-credit' customers, promoting broader financial participation.
The rise of inflation in countries like Argentina and Turkey has led to a shift towards alternative currencies, including Bitcoin, as consumers seek stable payment methods. While Bitcoin faces challenges such as volatility and scalability, its decentralized nature positions it as a potential long-term solution for global transactions. Meanwhile, initiatives like the one in Bern aim to explore the sustainable use of energy through Bitcoin mining, highlighting the evolving role of cryptocurrencies in the financial landscape.
Wiwi Gutmannsbauer will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer for UBS's Asia-Pacific market region in early 2025, while continuing as COO for Global Wealth Management. A veteran of the bank since 1998, he previously served as regional COO in Asia and has extensive experience in various leadership roles. His appointment highlights UBS's strategic focus on growth in the Asia region, supported by Iqbal Khan, co-CEO of Global Wealth Management.
The Reserve Bank of India has unexpectedly reduced the cash reserve ratio (CRR) by 50 basis points, bringing it down to 4 percent. This adjustment will occur in two phases of 25 basis points each, starting December 14 and December 28. The move aims to enhance liquidity for banks, allowing them to lend more by lowering the cash reserves they must hold with the central bank.
Wiwi Gutmannsbauer has been appointed as the chief operating officer (COO) of UBS in the Asia-Pacific region, effective January 1, 2025, while continuing his role as global COO of the wealth management unit. A veteran of UBS since 1998, he previously served as regional COO for Asia from 2018 to 2021 and will be based in Singapore and Zurich. His appointment underscores UBS's strategic focus on growth in the Asian market, as highlighted by APAC president Iqbal Khan.
Canara Bank has received approval from the Reserve Bank of India to proceed with initial public offerings for its subsidiaries, Canara Robeco Asset Management Company and Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company. The bank plans to divest a 13% stake in Canara Robeco AMC and a 14.5% stake in Canara HSBC Life Insurance, with a directive to reduce its holdings to 30% by October 31, 2029. Over the past year, Canara Bank's share price has increased by approximately 24%, raising its market capitalization to over Rs 98,000 crore.
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