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In CNBC Asia, Uday Sareen, ING’s chief executive and head of Wholesale Banking APAC, highlights how tariffs are reshaping global trade and driving ING’s growth in Asia. He points to rising demand for transaction services, supply chain diversification, and digital infrastructure investment, while reaffirming ING’s leadership in sustainable finance and strategic support across capital markets.
Tariffs are driving up trade cost, we are seeing companies looking to increase working capital: ING
As global trade dynamics shift, Shivkumar (Shiv) Seerapu, ING’s head of Transaction Services for Wholesale Banking APAC, explores how the move from offshoring to friendshoring is reshaping trade flows across the APAC region. He shares insights into the growing importance of regional partnerships, the rise of multi-country trade blocs, and how these changes are driving more resilient supply chains and inclusive economic growth.
How friendshoring can boost Asia’s financial growth
In conversation with Bloomberg, Andrew Bester, ING’s global head of Wholesale Banking, discusses how tariffs and geopolitical tensions could affect corporate borrowing, deal-making and cross-border capital flows.
ING Wholesale Bank chief on tariffs impact on dealmaking
In Bloomberg, ING’s Jacomijn Vels, global head of Sustainable Solutions, underscores the value of Europe’s double materiality principle amid calls to simplify ESG rules. As the EU prepares to review key legislation, Jacomijn warns that losing CSRD’s transparency and consistency would be a setback for investors and banks navigating global sustainability standards.
EU Prepares for Fight Over Contentious Rule: ESG Regulation
Speaking with Euromoney, Uday Sareen, ING’s chief executive and head of Wholesale Banking APAC, and Elvira Kruger, ING’s head of Transaction Services, discuss how tariffs and geopolitical tensions are reshaping the $700 billion US-China trade corridor. As companies build more sophisticated supply chains, banks are rapidly adapting to support new and complex trade flows.
Beyond the US-China Trade Corridor
Sustainability-linked bond (SLB) is down 46% amid greenwashing concerns and weak accountability. In an interview with Bloomberg, Martijn Hoogerwerf, ING’s head of Sustainable Solutions Group for Wholesale Banking APAC, notes waning demand as issuers shift to green bonds and sustainability-linked loans.
A $319 billion corner of ESG bond market faces ‘slow demise’
In an interview with CorporateTreasurer, Martijn Hoogerwerf, head of Sustainable Finance for ING APAC, highlights surging green bond demand, regional ESG shifts, and the need for clearer taxonomies. He sees digital trade and stronger ESG reporting as key drivers of sustainable finance over the next five years.
Q&A: ING’s head of APAC sustainable finance
ING’s head of wholesale banking, Andrew Bester says recent market volatility is amplified by thin summer liquidity, not underlying weakness. Speaking with Australian Financial Review, he downplays recession fears and confirms ING’s continued growth plans in Australia. Despite rate cut speculation and investor nerves, Bester sees resilient pipelines and urges calm amid seasonal dislocations.
Euro summer madness is making markets look extreme
On Bloomberg Markets: Asia, Anju Abrol, ING’s chief executive and head of Wholesale Banking APAC, outlines ING’s strategy in Asia Pacific, emphasising client-centric growth, transition financing, and digital innovation. Speaking with Haslinda Amin, she highlights ING’s role as a long-term partner helping corporates navigate climate and market challenges.
ING's Abrol on APAC Wholesale Banking Strategy
Andrew Bester, ING’s global head of Wholesale Banking, told CNBC Squawk Box Asia that deal-making remains resilient across the bank’s 40 markets, with financing readily available despite muted global growth. Asia remains a key focus, with solid performance in China and supportive policy in Japan. ING mobilised €115 billion in sustainable finance in 2023, advancing its €125 billion annual target and reinforcing its commitment to sustainability.
Asia remains key as ING drives sustainable finance and market resilience
In MONEY FM 89.3’s first C-Suite segment of the year, Anju Abrol, ING’s chief executive and head of Wholesale Banking APAC, reflects on her career journey and cross-disciplinary roots in science, banking, and sustainability. She underscores ING’s purpose-led approach, highlighting the bank’s commitment to financing change and helping clients navigate their transition toward a low-carbon future.
Mind Your Business: Chemistry and finance - ING’s CEO unravels the connection
