Daily Debrief: What Happened Today (Feb 25)

Published Wed, Feb 25, 2026 · 06:15 PM
    • Net interest margin narrows by 29 basis points to 1.86% from 2.15% previously.
    • Net interest margin narrows by 29 basis points to 1.86% from 2.15% previously. PHOTO: YEN MENG JIIN, BT

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