Asia’s private debt market has gained increased investor attention in recent years. While private debt fundraising peaked in 2019 before a hiatus during the COVID-19 pandemic, direct lending dry powder levels are now steadily...more
Both bourses are seeking to incorporate the TCFD recommendations into their sustainability reporting regimes, extending a trend of convergence in regional ESG reporting standards.
On August 26, 2021, the Singapore...more
Revised regulation and circular provide more certainty for investors and borrowers, but continue to limit access to foreign capital for many Indonesian businesses.
Bank Indonesia, the Indonesian central bank (BI),...more
Changes move foreign currency debt further out of reach for many Indonesian borrowers.
On October 28, 2014, Bank Indonesia, the Indonesian central bank, issued BI Regulation No. 16/20/PBI/2014 on Prudential Principles...more
The second annual Borrowers & Investors Forum, Southeast Asia was held in late 2013 in Singapore. The forum explored fixed income funding and portfolio opportunities in the region....more