ANEXT Bank

Being an 'accidental entrepreneur' is more common than one might think, as our #SMEFriendofANEXT Regina P knows first-hand. In our latest #OpenforBusiness podcast episode, discover how she navigated her entrepreneurial journey spanning more than a decade to build LBRLABEL, a homegrown ready-to-wear brand for the modern female. As we celebrate women charting their own paths this month, Regina's story reminds us that sometimes while the most meaningful ventures begin unexpectedly, it takes grit, resourcefulness and creativity to sustain a side hustle turning it into a profitable business. Listen to her #entrepreneurial journey here: https://lnkd.in/gUH4fVQn #BringingAboutWhatsNext #SMEBanking #IWD2025

It's official! ANEXT Bank is now the Best Digital Bank in Singapore, as recognised in The Asian Banker's 2025 TAB Global World’s 100 Top Digital Banks Ranking! This prestigious title reflects our exceptional growth and unwavering commitment to empowering underserved #MSMEs, especially small and growing businesses, with accessible, secure, and effortless #digitalbanking services. Since our launch, we’ve focused on one mission – reimagining financial services for #financialinclusion. By leveraging emerging technologies, we’ve lowered the barriers for MSMEs, enabling them to thrive with banking solutions like remote onboarding, low-barrier loans, multi-currency accounts, and #embeddedfinance. We’re especially proud to have served a diverse community of businesses: over 70% of are micro businesses, 39% are women-owned, and 37% started banking with us in their start-up phase. As a pioneering digital wholesale bank, this award not only reflects the trust our customers and partners have in us, but also underscores our role in putting the little red dot on the global #fintech map. We’re proud to have contributed to advancing fintech development, accelerating MSME #digitalisation, and supporting Singapore’s leadership as a global fintech hub with #inclusive, innovative digital financial services. A heartfelt thank you to our customers, partners, and #humansofanext for your continued #trust and #collaboration. This achievement is as much yours as it is ours. We’re just getting started. Stay tuned as we continue to harness technology to serve the #global #MSME community. #BringingAboutWhatsNext

As we glide into the Year of the Wood Snake, symbolising growth and transformation, the #HumansOfANEXT extend prosperous wishes to all #MSMEs and partners. May this Lunar New Year bring more abundance, prosperity and opportunities as we continue to #bringaboutwhatsnext together!

As we reflect on the year, we're incredibly grateful for the #trust and support from each and every one of you - from our valued customers and partners, to the #HumansofANEXT! To all the #innovators, #changemakers, and #disruptors who embraced challenges and emerged stronger, we salute you. Wishing you a #MerryChristmas and a Happy New Year! Here's to shaping what's next, together, in #2025!

It’s often said that your first idea is rarely your best one. As an #entrepreneur, it takes courage to let go of your original business concept and be open to endless possibilities. Find out how our #SMEFriendsofANEXT Jacinta Ong, Founder of Tea ideas Pte Ltd, Regina P, Founder of LBRLABEL and Cavan, Founder of Special Inclusion, have adapted to changing customer needs, challenged preconceptions, and tapped into one’s passions to help them blaze a new trail. Read more on how these SMEs are being #OpenForBusiness here: https://lnkd.in/gWGhZtXn

#TGIF! Today is the first day of the 3-day Boutiques Singapore: The Gifting Edition 2024, and we were fortunate to get a sneak peek! ANEXT Bank is excited to partner with Boutiques Singapore in championing small and growing businesses of the world. This November’s event showcases over 300 independent, design-forward brands, with more than 80% embracing socially responsible practices - ranging from eco-friendly materials to sustainable and ethical production methods. As part of the #collaboration, we’re launching #exclusive redemption #perks with brands including Jungle Kitchen, Graye Studios, ROMI Beauty, Butter Days, etc. It’s the perfect opportunity to support innovative, sustainable brands and discover something truly unique. Join us in celebrating #smallbusinesses that are shaping a brighter, more responsible future. Plan your shopping this weekend and check out more perks here: https://lnkd.in/gfs64Fiy #SupportingSmallBusiness #Sustainability #BoutiqueFairs #ANEXTBank #DigitalBanking

We’re very proud to have secured a podium finish at the CX ASIA Excellence Awards for Best Digital Experience! As a digital-only bank without physical customer interactions, delivering exceptional experiences across various digital channels and touchpoints is critical to our success. Achieving this requires a strategic approach to customer experience design (UI/UX), which is an iterative process of translating valuable insights on user behaviour and needs into creating delightful and seamless experience. This recognition validates our mission and efforts to make financial services accessible, effortless, and secure. But we’re just getting started. Last night’s awards ceremony, surrounded by industry peers and veterans, reminded us of how much more we can grow as a young bank. It’s an exciting journey, and we’re motivated to keep pushing boundaries to serve our customers better. #CXAsiaExcellenceAwards #BringingAboutWhatsNext #DigitalBanking #Innovation #FinancialInclusion 

#Financialliteracy is a cornerstone of #inclusion. It is more than just understanding numbers - it’s about empowering businesses to shape their financial futures. It has been a great experience collaborating with 10x1000 Tech for Inclusion and participating in its inaugural Amplifier Programme, which equips the next generation of global entrepreneurs with the financial skills and knowledge they need to succeed. During his class on financial planning strategies, ANEXT Bank CFO Philip Tan shared key insights with a cohort of start-up founders and entrepreneurs from Southeast Asia, Africa and the Middle East: 💡 82% of financial failures stem from inadequate planning, a stark reminder of how important it is to proactively manage finances. 💰 Avoid common pitfalls: overestimating revenues, underestimating costs, and ignoring cash flow 📅 A strong foundation starts with budgeting, forecasting, and managing cash flow. 🚀 Leverage early-stage financing - whether debt or equity financing - to ensure access to capital when you need it, not when you’re scrambling. Discover more financial tips tailored for business owners here: https://lnkd.in/ga8sBdA6. #Entrepreneurship #Startup #FinancialInclusion #10x1000 #DigitalBanking #BringingAboutWhatsNext

Singapore built, Global scale. With a vision to reimagine financial services for #inclusion, we’ve focused on leveraging #technology and #innovation to break down financial accessibility barriers for MSMEs. We take immense pride in what we’ve achieved over the past two years in enabling these businesses to future-proof through more accessible, inclusive financial services. As we grow and scale, we’re excited and ready to serve the diverse global community of small and growing businesses. As our CEO Su Mei Toh shared in her recent interview with South China Morning Post SCMP “By deploying our strategy of #embeddedfinance, putting our financial services on regional and global platforms, unifying our financial services and breaking down borders, we make financial services a lot more accessible for regional and global MSMEs.” Anything worth doing is never easy. We’re doubling down on our efforts to simplify financial services and collaborate with regional and global partners, both private and public, to make financial services without borders a reality. #ANEXTBank #SFF2024 #FintechInnovation #Collaboration #Inclusion #BringingAboutWhatsNext #DigitalBanking #EmbeddedFinance

The saying "Change is the only constant" may be foreign to a company in a traditional industry that's been established for four decades. However, for Director of Westpoint Transit Pte Ltd, Lionel Lee, this concept is all too familiar. Listen to our latest #OpenForBusiness podcast to discover how his innovative spirit and open-mindedness have enabled him to be the driving force behind the company's transformation: https://lnkd.in/gCB7kQPb