OCBC projects steady income growth amid cautious economic outlook

Oversea-Chinese Banking Corp (OCBC) announced on Wednesday its financial guidance for 2026, projecting that total income will remain stable-to-growing while net interest income is expected to see a slight-to-moderate fall as interest rate cuts weigh on margins. This guidance, which frames the bank's expected profitability, dividend and capital-return plans, was released alongside fourth-quarter results that showed a 3% rise in net profit. The bank, based in Singapore SG, is navigating these shifts as it signals its strategic focus amid uncertain global conditions during a regional bank earnings season.