
Here are two charts showing DBS's strong loan growth in Q1
It recorded growth across all industries.
DBS showed healthy lending growth in the past quarter, up 7% YoY in constant currency terms.
Amongst all industries, the bank recorded significant loan growth in sectors such as financial institution, and transport, storage & communication, up to a nearly 25% expansion. Meanwhile, general commerce loans reversed its negative growth for the past year, reflecting an estimated 10% growth.
In terms of the geographical origin of loans, only loans in South and Southeast Asia recorded a slump in the past quarter albeit at a measly -2% to -3%.
Check out these two charts from Maybank KimEng: