Strong growth in ASEAN markets in wealth management and trade Singapore, 7 August 2026 – UOB Group reported a net profit of S$1.5 billion for the second quarter of 2026 (2Q26), up 10% compared with a year ago, reflecting the Group's resilient performance amid macroeconomic uncertainties and market volatility. For the first half of 2026, net profit rose 3% compared with the same period last year. Net profit for 2Q26 was 10% higher at S$1.5 billion compared with a year ago, demonstrating the strength of our diversified franchise. Despite healthy loan growth of 5% and active balance sheet management, net interest income eased 2% from the previous year due to margin pressures from the lower interest rate environment. Net fee income rose 5% year on year to S$665 million, led by record wealth management fees,UOB’s 2Q26 net profit rises 10% YoY to S$1.5 billion...