When global central banks pivot and interest rates begin to ease, bank investors naturally wonder if the golden run for financial stocks is coming to a close. (SGX: D05) provided a definitive answer today, 6 August 2026, when it reported its second-quarter 2026 (2Q2026) financial results. Investor sentiment sent the bank’s share price rallying to a record all-time high of S$75.80. The banking giant proved that its growth story extends well beyond high interest rates, driven by record wealth management fees, disciplined lending, and steady regional expansion across Greater China and South Asia. Wealth Management Powers Non-Interest IncomeWhile net interest income (NII) slipped 2% YoY to S$3.6 billion due to an 18-basis-point...