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Japanese regional banks shift from China to Singapore and India
Japanese regional banks shift from China to Singapore and India
The Story in Brief
Japan’s regional banks are moving away from China and expanding towards Singapore and India as supply chains change, Nikkei Asia reported. Rising labour costs in China and difficulties faced by Japanese manufacturers are driving the shift.
The change could make it harder for Japanese suppliers and other regional companies to maintain or expand their China strategies. The report did not provide figures for the number of banks involved, the scale of their operations or a timeline for the moves.
Indian Opinion Analysis
Regional banks often follow the overseas needs of their manufacturing customers, providing loans, payments and local business support. A shift in banking presence can therefore affect where Japanese companies find financing and advice for new factories or suppliers. Singapore offers a regional financial base, while India is becoming a larger destination for production and investment. The next signal will be whether more banks announce branches, partnerships or dedicated teams in either market.
Source: asia.nikkei.com
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