UOB teams up with Disney Cruise Line to deliver magical travel experiences for ASEAN consumers
UOB becomes the first bank in ASEAN[1] to offer special benefits to its cardholders when booking the all-new Disney Adventure cruise vacations via leading travel platforms SINGAPORE, Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB today announced an exciting strategic collaboration with Disney Cruise Line as ...
Singapore artwork paying homage to days past wins 2024 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year Award
First ever competition-based UOB Artist Alumni Network will provide more support and opportunities to catalyse the growth of artists and elevate them to the regional scene SINGAPORE, Nov. 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singaporean artist Mr Yong Wee Loon's artwork"A Sip Through Time", which taps into ...
ASEAN FinTech funding grew more than 10-fold in past decade, GenAI and Quantum Computing to power new era: FinTech in ASEAN 2024 report
Optimism in ASEAN's FinTech scene as Singapore and Thailand draw top funding this year. SINGAPORE, Nov. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Funding for Financial Technology (FinTech) in ASEAN has surged more than 10 times since 2015[1], growing at an exponential rate compared to global FinTech funding. This...
UOB FinLab unveils 15 GreenTech pilots with funding of more than $100,000 to tackle sustainability challenges in ASEAN
SINGAPORE, Nov. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB FinLab, the Bank's innovation accelerator, awards a total of more than$100,000 to selected Green Technology (GreenTech) firms to pilot 15 sustainability solutions with UOB and its corporate partners across ASEAN. The pilot solutions and partnerships wer...
UOB issues 3-year Panda bond worth RMB 5 billion, largest among foreign financial issuers for this tenor
SINGAPORE, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB has successfully priced an RMB 5.0 billion three-year bond at 2.3 per cent, marking the Bank's first Panda bond since 2019. The offering garnered strong demand with a subscription ratio of 1.73 times from both onshore and offshore investors. The bon...
UOB announces collaborations with Institutes of Higher Learning and industry partners at Better U to drive job transformation
The Bank launches Better U Pivot programme for career transitions; Centre of Excellence to grow AI and Data Analytics talent SINGAPORE, Oct. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB is partnering with Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and industry partners to launch an industry-first comprehensive struc...
UOB makes strong return to GBP covered bond market with GBP750m 3-year issuance
SINGAPORE, Sept. 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB has priced GBP750 million in three-year covered bond due 2027. The covered bond was priced on Thursday (5 Sep) at the Sterling Overnight Index Average (SONIA) Rate plus 53 basis points. This is the largest orderbook for UOB in GBP covered bonds. UOB...
UOB Study: Singapore consumers upbeat about economy and personal finances, but youths are unprepared financially
Singapore consumers are also more optimistic about local economy and personal finances compared to regional peers. SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore consumers are optimistic about their local economy and personal finances, but nagging inflation and gaps in financial preparedness...
UOB prices A$1 billion in bonds, the largest-ever conventional single-tranche issuance by a Singapore issuer in Australia
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Singapore bank UOB and South Korea's Woori Card announce pioneering reciprocal card partnership
UOB reinforces leadership position in travel and entertainment through strengthening its partnership ecosystem to offer exclusive privileges to its ASEAN customers SINGAPORE, July 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Singapore bank UOB and leading South Korean card companyWoori Card, a subsidiary of Woori F...
Regional businesses eyeing ASEAN in overseas expansion plans: UOB Study
Around less than half of businesses have implemented sustainability practices SINGAPORE, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Despite the ongoing economic uncertainties, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and large enterprises in the Southeast Asian andGreater China regions are eager to venture...
UOB data reveals women are powering spending with their rising affluence over last five years
The Bank continues to meet women's evolving needs and lifestyles with pioneering UOB Lady's Card and Lady's Savings Account SINGAPORE, March 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In line with International Women's Day and to celebrate 35 years ofSoutheast Asia's longest-running women-centric card, the UOB Lady...
UOB and China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) renew MOU to facilitate regional trade & investment
MOU aims to enhance enterprises' supply chain resilience along China-ASEAN investment and trade corridors SINGAPORE, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB and the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) today signed an enhanced Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to boost foreig...
Thai artist's striking depiction of man's ecological footprint using microplastics wins 2023 UOB Southeast Asian Painting of the Year award
2023 competition drew record number of entries across the region. Artworks portraying global social commentaries win top awards in 42nd UOB POY (Singapore ) competition. SINGAPORE, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Thai artist Ms Pratchaya Charernsook's artwork "Chumphon Estuary", which poignantly dep...
UOB makes steady progress on net zero commitment
SINGAPORE, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB today released its first net zero progress report on its commitment to reach net zero by 2050, as it makes positive headway in meeting the targets set for its focus sectors. UOB's net zero commitment includes specific reduction targets for five sector...
UOB launches more support initiatives across all career stages at annual Better U festival, including industry-first programme for work and study targeting Polytechnic and Institute of Technical Education students
SINGAPORE, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB will progressively roll out more comprehensive support for employees across all career stages. Announced at the Bank's annual employee festival – Better U today, graced by the Minister for Education, MrChan Chun Sing, the programmes cover start-of-caree...
UOB sets up Sustainability Advisory Panel with appointment of sustainability and industry experts
SINGAPORE, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB has set up a Sustainability Advisory Panel comprising sustainability and industry experts to independently advise the Bank's Board and Management on its sustainability strategy, targets and initiatives. The Panel will also assist the Board and Managemen...
Concerns over economic downturn persist in ASEAN amid inflationary environment while digital banking and payment channels usage showed encouraging trajectory based on latest UOB Consumer Sentiment Study
SINGAPORE, Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB's flagship ASEAN Consumer Sentiment Study (ACSS) 2023 has found that rising inflation and increased expenses fuelled fears of an economic downturn in ASEAN, while adoption and usage of digital banking and payment channels saw ebullient growth. Over ...
UOB launches first Wellness Festival highlighting importance of financial wellness to customers' holistic well-being
SINGAPORE, June 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB on Tuesday launched its inaugural Wellness Festival at the UOB Plaza atrium, with booths, workshops and stage activities showcasing the Bank's myriad array of wellness propositions promoting holistic well-being that it offers to customers. The UOB W...
UOB and Keppel join forces to provide solutions supporting businesses in their sustainability and digitalisation journeys
SINGAPORE, May 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- UOB and Keppel today announced the signing of Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) to jointly develop and provide businesses across the region with a comprehensive suite of sustainability and digitalisation solutions that will support their journey towards d...
