From the use of antibiotics, to biodiversity, to battery makers, to data centres, to shipping, the region's firms are teaming up with banks to help support a wide range of sustainability efforts with clearer targets.
Many larger companies across the region are creating shareholder value and sustaining their dividends amid growth in the region, making it a go-to destination for investors; however experts expect some moderation in 2026.
Amid an array of digital initiatives in the region, Apac cross-border payments are expected to hit $24 trillion by 2033; B2B and B2C payments are leading the way.
Last year’s regional rebound in public offerings looks set to continue well into 2026 as firms take advantage of increasingly favourable market conditions, with markets such as India and Hong Kong standing out. Paul Golden spoke to market experts.
Feb 2, 2026
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CT recently caught up with Manoj Dugar and Yvonne Yiu, HSBC’s Apac regional co-heads, global payments solutions, about how payments are being impacted by tariffs, AI, cost pressures, differing systems, and the desire for speed and interoperability.
The desire for greater visibility of funds is accelerating the evolution of cash pooling structures across the region. India and China are promoting themselves as locations for such activity. CT spoke with several bankers and treasurers to discover strategies.
In a volatile economic climate, corporates require a compelling proposition to persuade senior treasury professionals to move on from often comfortable and well-remunerated positions. Experts talked to CT about recruitment drivers in the region.