1.0 Introduction Hong Leong Bank Berhad Hong Leong Bank Berhad (HLB) is one of the largest banking and finance company that is headquartered in Kuala Lumpur at Malaysia. Hong Leong Bank is a unit of the Hong Leong Group Malaysia. It operates about 200 branches and sales centre and 16 business centre in its home country. With more than 100 years of banking knowledge and experience, HLB has a strong market position and a well-recognized business franchise. HLB is principally engaged in all its aspects of the banking and finance company businesses which are personal financial services, wholesale banking, Islamic financial services, electronic banking and the provision of related financial services. Furthermore, the Bank offers investment banking and private banking. It operates through its subsidiaries which includes Hong Leong Islamic Bank and Hong Leong Tokio Marine Takaful. (Hong Leong Bank Berhad, 2007). The founder of Hong Leong Bank, Mr Lam Ji Chiew began the business in 1905 in Kuching, Sarawak under the name of Kwong Lee Mortgage & Remittance Company (Hong Leong Bank, n.d.). In 1934, HLBB was established as Kwong Lee Bank Limited. After that, Kwong Lee Bank Berhad was acquired by MUI Group in 1982 and renamed as Malaysia United Bank Berhad on 2 February 1983. In 1989, it was named as MUI Bank Berhad. Under the Bank, it grew from 11 branches to 35 branches (Hong Leong Bank Berhad, 2007). Later on 3 January 1994, MUI Bank Berhad acquired by the Hong Leong Group Malaysia through Hong Leong Credit Berhad and renamed it as Hong Leong Bank Berhad (HLBB). HLB was then listed on the Bursa Malaysia on 17 October 1994 with its total paid up capital increased to RM 470 million. Since that, the growth of the company had been noteworthy (Hong Leong Bank Berhad, 2007). HLB also acquired the financial company business of Hong Leong Finance Berhad in 2004. Lastly, HLB completed the combination with EON Bank Group in 2011. The combination effectively evolved the Bank into banking group of more than RM 145 million in assets and an expanded network of 329 nationwide of branches (Hong Leong Bank Berhad, 2011). 1 HLB proves that the vision together with quality, innovation, unity and the ability to face the challenges and chances in order to present a powerful and compelling force in business. Besides that, the slogan of Hong Leong Bank “Reaching Out To You” which means this is the mission and promise of HLBB to their customers in order to fulfill the customer satisfaction (Hong Leong Bank Berhad, 2007). Nowadays, HLB is built on the commitment of a global staff force to quality and professionalism. In an ever-changing environment, the Bank will continue to drive towards building a sustainable group of businesses to remain competitive. 2 0 SWOT The SWOT analysis is a tool that identifies the strength. Hong Leong Call Centre. however opportunities and threat are identifying as external factors (Businessballs. SWOT analysis of the venture and situations in business. Vietnam and so on the service are provide to loyalty customer and wealth management in local country either overseas to supply financial management. Hong Leong Bank Berhad has a comprehensive service range of alternative and electronic channels that include Hong Leong Phone Banking.2. Strengths Integrated comprehensive financial services group In the Hong Leong Berhad provide the Hong Leong Group‟s banking and financial service has grown over the years in strength and extensive focused business strategies aided by strong management an expanded distribution network and financial. sales and business centre around the Asia such as Malaysia. 1200 self-service terminals nationwide in Malaysia. self-service terminals and so on. in the financial institutions more powerful will ensure that the industry will be able to service and funded the development aspirations of our enterprises and low-income population of the higher financial needs as the same times more competitive depth and better diversified 3 . Hong Leong Mobile Banking. Hong Leong Online. opportunities and threats for understanding and decision making for all sorts of situation in business and organization. Nowadays. weaknesses. Organizer of Hong Leong Bank as an investor investing activities in each year of experience and financial excellence of the global market leverage in long term businesses. supported by up-to-date information systems and technological infrastructure. n.d. Hong Leong Bank also provide the transformed business franchise with over 70% gross loan to retail customer and 21% share of the bankable population with the middle market business community.). experienced investment professionals. However. Hong Kong. Assumed the mission to create attractive risk-weighted rate of return and capital value the Group made up of well-trained. strength and weaknesses are identifying as internal factors. Singapore. Hong Leong Bank has over 300 branches. In year 2006. Features and Benefits of Hong Leong credit card Hong Leong bank has won numerous awards and honours. but will also crack down on prudent in the current price war (HLM Takaful.000 compared to Tokio Marine Medic Plus only can claim RM 50. Hong Leong bank away update new promotion and privileges to new credit card and existing card holders such as provided Hong Leong club rewards exclusively for priority banking to customer. HLA major medical card can be purchased as a traditional life insurance policy or rider taking of investment-linked plan. The unique benefit and features of HLA major medical card are higher annual and lifetime limit as compared to competitor like Tokio Marine Medic Plus because the treatment costs are fully borne by insurer and multi-level deductible depending on the choice and affordability of the buyers pretty comprehensive list of panel in the hospitals. However. The main benefits of the basic credit card unlimited cash back 1% 4 . discounts to exclusive business partners and free travel inconvenience insurance compensation. Hong Leong Assurance (HLA) major medical is substantial and comprehensive health insurance plan that is designed to cover the cost of hospitalisation and surgical up to age 99 years old. Hong Leong bank special designed Hong Leong Essential Credit Card combined with the most significant feature of each credit card so cardholder can enjoy the best of both worlds of benefit of having multiple cards and convenience. 2012). travel insurance coverage.000 due to the deductible medical card (Sense of money. In addition. we bought the insurance policy is insufficient to meet current needs especially in the hospital and surgical medical plan. n. all EX-EON bank credit cards have converted to Hong Leong credit card by non-interest balance transfer plan can request their savings or current account to deposit cash and treat it like a short term loans. Nowadays. the better growth of not only credit the cause of reason. Hong Leong has won Asia‟s Best companies.). In HLA will has a full pay to the cancer treatment and kidney dialysis whether not subjected to deductible and you may claim up to RM 60.portfolio.d. Best E banking Project in 2007 and Best Credit Card Product Award in 2006 and 2011 by Asian banker. Hong Leong assurance major medical schedule of benefit and premium tables A lot of time we are looks at our insurance coverage more often than not years ago. Hong Leong Bank award by Asian Banker's as Best eBanking Project 2007 for the superior efficiency. HLB online provide the comprehensive suite of features to customer and the Corporate Internet Banking facility is extended for small and large corporations for the financial transactions they include funds transfer.5million register internet banking customer the growth rate of 40. account maintenance and so on. Best e-banking project 2007 for Hong Leong bank Hong Leong Bank is recognized as a region has won many honours over the year its brand strength. and lifetime free. Besides that. cash advance. good quality products and services. In March of 2007. Hong Leong bank Essential Credit Card also provide 10. cash advance transaction fee at a minimal of 2% amount advanced compared to other‟s bank credit cards would charges as 5% of the amount withdrawal. management and results of operations. the demand of the online banking has increased there are 4. a higher credit limit.to 2% of the low fees. Hong Leong Online bested regional submissions illustrious IT Implementation Award recognizes the best emerging technology practices and benchmarks in Asia Pacific banks (Hong Leong Bank.8% per annum interest on cash advance of the outstanding amount calculate basic on daily transaction date but other‟s bank credit card would charges 18% per annum on cash advance. 5 .6% in Malaysia. Today. Trends and statistics tracking network HLB is positioned to catch up with emerging trends in network development in order to promote innovation in the area of customer experience and takes online banking steps further than competition by constantly innovating on its offerings and introducing even more aggressive promotions to ensure attracting even more new customers (Cyber Village. 2008). e-bill payment. 2011). convenience and speed of transaction delivered to its customers and users. credit card services. Problems caused during transactions Online banking provides customer conduct financial transactions such as funds transfer. The staff in Hong Leong bank‟s some has less particle and training in the center. First of all. Hong Leong bank‟s used facing theft problem electronic payment systems during transactions and closed to the smart card. Hong Leong bank also facing intermittent interruption of its computer system which has affected some automated teller machines (ATM) operations especially all the braches and business daily could not withdraw money at all even. didn‟t info and notification about what to do and failed to keep they promise to fixing the problem by a specified time. Maybank service management are more fast and efficient than the Hong Leong because they didn‟t give any hassle to the customer. Besides that. Almost 2 month the applicants still didn‟t received the card from the Hong Leong bank and some of the applicants cam complain about the applies for Essential Card but the worker given they classic card. In addition.Weaknesses Poor of service management Slogan of Hong Leong Bank “We Focus on You” as priority to the customer service. this happened will affect the customer‟s mentality about the unsafe and danger of the expenditure entire bank balance. However. Since the transactions has been happen but the customer and some corporate customer of Hong Leong bank compliant the staff was not settle the situation well. poor management in the customer application the staff has made the promise with the customer. credit card services and e-bill payment to able customer perform a verity of banking transaction online with secure website operated. However. this problem will made big influence the customer emergency used to made a transaction such as pay salary advance to employee. It‟s because the customer has make complain about the staff has spell and less skill problem they especially English pronunciation when communication with the customer. withdraw money medical treatment and so on. Sometimes. the customer service center didn‟t provide the best service to the customer. 6 . In the cases. Lowest net interest margins ( NIMs ) among peers of Hong Leong Hong Leong Bank's net interest income growth as a precondition to lower cost of funds focused on high-yield loans reconstruction and a better current account and savings account (CASA) management of NIMS. In the Miri. stop cheque request and new cheque book request.6% in 4 quarter of a fiscal year 07 due to higher asset yield and lower cost of funds.Impoverished of facility in Hong Leong bank Nowadays.d.1% in one quarter of a fiscal year 08 from 1. However. n. Hong Leong bank has one of the lowest NIM levels they has note about bank strategy focus on higher yielding loans such as credit cards and personal loans to ensure NIMs strengthen (eInvest. NIM improved significant to 2. HLB expect to improve NIM over time due to its exposure to higher yielding loans. cash deposit and 1 cheque deposit machines and also deposit machine out of service when in encountered several times. As the same time with growth in low-cost deposits.). CIMB and Maybank. However. cost of funds is expected to be lower and net interest income to be the key driver to earnings for Hong Leong bank. Competition for low-cost deposits will intensify forcing the net interest margin further (eInvest. Hong Leong bank has over 300 branches and 1200 self-service terminals nationwide in Malaysia but the requirement and equipment of bank still unsatisfied to the customer. The advanced to provide greater convenience and control. Hong Leong Customer‟s has complied with the only one branch in Miri and the customer need to take long time to find the car park. realize greater efficiency and improve decision making and improve transaction turnaround time. customer of the Hong Leong bank can‟t enjoy with the deposit machine to efficiency and take longer time to make money transaction to 3 rd party because the customer need to register when he or she to make the transaction in Hong Leong bank.d. Cash deposit machine can real time access to your account balances and transaction activities 24/7 and cheque management including cheque status enquiry. impoverished of facility in Hong Leong bank which the bank didn‟t has cash deposit machine compared to other bank such as Public bank. the bank only provides 2 ATM. In addition. 7 . n.). Besides. health and fitness and so on (cited as Kuala Lumpur. One of the benefits of Hong Leong Hello Kitty Debit Card is offers security and peace of mind as the purchase liability loss in limited to RM150 only in the event which the card is lost or stolen. Bring to the market a new concept in the brand with the “bricks and clicks” dedicated life is starting to adapt their product packaging and the next generation of consumers to provide the best service. 18 October 2011. Recently. card members can view their own Debit Card transactions online for free and can enjoy the special prerogative ranging from beauty to fashion. the initial investment for Mach was costly in investing on technology and e-banking services. According to the group consumer banking general manager Mark Tan. Mach by Hong Leong Bank is targeted to attract Generation Y customers in order to expand the profit. Hong Leong Bank Hello Kitty Debit Card arouse the market disturbance which attracting many young generation and women apply for savings account in order to get the limited edition Hello Kitty Debit Card. While. Mach by Hong Leong Bank can categorized as a new banking experience for a new generation. Hong Leong Bank News). Mach Hong Leong Bank were plenty to lure the Gen Y customers as Malaysia‟s Gen Y population which was getting savvier in information technology. Hong Leong Bank has launched a new sub brand which is Mach by Hong Leong Bank where the products and services are customized for the Generation Y customers. The introduction of these new and innovative products is in line with Bank Negara Malaysia‟s continuous effort in promoting cashless payment.Opportunities Opportunities to attract more customers as Malaysia‟s Gen Y Opportunities which are external chances to improve performance in the environment such as make greater profits. however. 8 . Introduction of these new and innovative products Hong Leong Bank„s Hello Kitty Debit Card which is the “first-to-market” that launched by the Hong Leong Bank where designed to invoke young ladies and women with young children. it could help the bank save the bank 30 per cent in terms of cost. This will increase Hong Leong Bank profit thus also increase the price share. especially in mobile banking. a wider range of products. the aim for the bank to tap the markets of mainland China and West and North Asia through this platform leveraging on Hong Kong‟s status as an international financial centre. innovative and universal banking group positioned to utilize on growth opportunities in the country and region. To attract potential as an Islamic financial centre. Hong Kong Financial Services and the Treasury Deputy Secretary of State said that the launch of Hong Leong Islamic Bank is compatible with the regulatory framework in Hong Kong. services and solutions through extensive network 329 branches and more than 1400 self-service terminals. However.Eon Bank was legally and fully vested into Hong Leong Bank on 1 July 2011 which enables to with a more powerful provide customers. 9 . Regional expansion to Hong Kong possible for Hong Leong bank Hong Leong Bank is the first bank to be allowed to offer comprehensive Islamic banking services in Hong Kong. Hong Kong Government has demonstrated the territory from the booming economies in the Middle East petrodollars. The new structural basis can create more market focus and customer-oriented. Therefore. The fraud detection technology in Hong Leong Bank is not good enough in detecting cheats and perfect. the advanced technology is more developed. 10 . Maybank have many others investments from other companies if compare with Hong Leong Bank. Challenges in the financial industry Nowadays. Maybank has the correspondent banking relationship with 700 foreign bank throughout the world as well as strong performance as the experts in their industry share their experience with the employees. Maybank. attractive and comfortable and a thief in possession of stolen or counterfeit credit card information on the consumption boom.Threats New modern technology Threats are the external elements in the environment that could cause the trouble for the business or project. While. The technology is costly and request more time and effort to develop human resources training. Public Bank. In addition. Nowadays. competency between Hong Leong Bank and Maybank is one of the clear examples of the rising competition. it has the right customers to verify the suspicious transactions and it will prevent further account. CIMB Bank. Besides. the rule-based system is not fraud intelligent detection. Maybank have 374 domestic branches and 90 international branches. RHB Bank and AM Bank which are the major competitors of Hong Leong Bank. Within these few years. Hong Leong Bank manages more than 150 branches in Malaysia and 1 branch in Singapore. Maybank. In addition. which is listed as a top 10 in Malaysia. it cannot detect fraud immediately and fraudulent transactions which occur frequently. Maybank also is the second largest bank in Malaysia Stock Exchange and Bursa Malaysia. but there is also a very high false positive rate. key stroke records and other forms of dishonest attacks where consumers at risk when performing such transaction. Management margin from the intense loan and deposit market rates competitive pressures. An electronic payment system is identity theft which is a great risk involves in the theft or the closing of the smart card.Improvement the electronic payment system Hong Leong Bank still needs the enhancement because this is one of the threats of Hong Leong Bank which will cause the trouble and lead the customers will feel unsecured when using the electronic payment system. Overall. Management margin from the intense loan and deposit market rates competitive pressures. The bright spot is the increase in trade flows in the ASEAN region. Management in Hong Leong has turned somewhat cautious given the rising external risks. 11 . Internet and e-commerce fraud would continue to maintain a threat due to hacking. Competitive rates could pressure margins of Hong Leong Net interest margin (NIM) the pressure of competition but the short-term impact of the policy interest rate cut may be further exacerbated. Today. the customer‟s entire bank balance was danger. the group‟s strategic thrusts are to increase operating efficiency and be more customers. Particularly for Alliance Finance Group Bhd (AFG) and Hong Leong Bank (HLB value) net interest margin compression the main dip. Customers will apply the new accounts in others bank such as Public Bank or Maybank which there have a strong protection in electronic payment system. If the card is in unsafe hands. However. fraud is on going concern. 2012).Khoo Teck Puat in1960s. Public Bank and CIMB Bank and RHB Bank Malayan Banking Berhad (MayBank) Malayan Banking Berhad (Maybank) as a financial service provider in Malaysia has the largest network all over Malaysia was founded by Mr. The group‟s 12 . corporate and private banking services Maybank set a wide network of more than 450 branch offices and more than 2. they had expanded to the international market. Due to numerous bank in the country. 2012). foreign banks‟ representative‟s offices. which is Kwong Yik Banking Corporation which is now known as MAYBANK. investment banking and assest management. we will be analyzing 3 top competitors that Hong Leong Bank will be facing which are Maybank. the banking industry also involve with the features facilitated with advance technological developments such as phone banking. The banking industry in Malaysia started off since in the early 1990s when the economy is growing rapidly in the country. Islamic banks. Since then. Brunei. The evolution of banking industry in Malaysia has led to conventional banking products and services which also includes deposits and hire purchases. The expansion of the company have lead them form its own investment banking subsidiary and by 1980s. Maybank have started to add more branch every year. Their main activity are offering a full range of commercials. Maybank also operates a number of specialized subsidiaries in the insurance.500 of ATM machines. Maybank have begun to enter to Singapore. and finance sectors (Maybank. 2012). online shopping and much more (BliM. ATMs . Malaysia banking industry has continued its growth they it manage to expand more other banking institutions as option to the citizens. In Malaysia. a central bank (Bank Negara Malaysia) was establish to control all the banks activities and operations (Banking Industry in Malaysia [BIiM]. In 1970s. Malaysia have succeeded in opening the first domestic bank during 1913. 2012). From the profits of rubber plantation and tin industry. Besides that.3. Hong Kong and London to start of their operational branches (Maybank. finance companies and discount houses. Among the banking institutions listed in Malaysia. Besides that. auto pay. the types of financial institutions consist of commercial banks. auto debit. merchant banks.0 Competitor Analysis Hong Leong bank is categorized as banking industry. customer feels more secure on how their data were kept in the system. By using TCM. users could wave and pay wherever a Visa Wave Sign display (Vivotech. NFC is a short range wireless radio frequency that requires at least 4cm or less to initiate a connection. The new systems were also collaborated together with Maxis Communication Berhad and Nokia. The innovation and differentiation that shows by Maybank have overcome others banks. thus Maybank even have become the first to introduce the new card design in Malaysia which is „Wave enabled‟ (Andreare Selected Press Releases. the pilot test for Maybankard Visa Wave-enable in a phone is a two in one product.subsidiaries also include Maybank General Assurance. Started out in 2004. store and deliver different content that help to supports processes and the operations in e-business (INFOMAX. The customer could easily gain the latest information about program and scheme which they are interested. Visa International unveils the new redesigned card that not only could improve the security features but also will make counterfeiting more difficult. manage. it has definitely help the corporate to beat other banks in the industry. Maybank is using Total Content Management (TCM) to manage their software. Consumers could easily identify that Maybank‟s mobile visa wave payment are only available for Maybank account user (Clark. The storage of data in TCM helps the customer care consultant to work more efficiently and this will gain the customer trust and loyalty (CBSA. Maybank have apply NFC using the mobile visa wave payment. Maybank has been partner with Visa International to enhance better in features in their smart card system. 2012). 2008). Maybank Life Assurance and Maybank Takaful. Being the member in Visa International. 2006). 2012). The function of NFC allows it user to share a small payloads between a NFC tags and Android-powered device (Android Developers. Maybank have the privilege to get updated from the Visa International. To convince their customer even more. 13 . They have later focus on developing insurance products which are compatible with the Moslem law which also known as Maybank Islamic banking. 2012). Based on these three features that Maybank have introduced. 2012). plus with their history of being the first bank in Malaysia for more than 50 years will build customer reliance towards them. Furthermore. TCM is a set of integrated software facilities that capture. With the Nokia 3220 model connected to the Maxis network. Comparing to other competitors. The card can also be used for bill payment and fund transfers. has been founded by Sri Dato‟ Sri Dr. investment banking. The „PB Day2Day Visa Card‟ is accepted at all Public Bank selfservice terminals. Teh Hong Piow. It had increases the convenience to customers while minimizing the hassles and risk to customers who need access to their cash. Cambodia. ATMs displaying the Visa or Plus logo and any MEPS Member Bank's ATMs. Not only that. vehicle hire purchase financing and commercial lending to small-sized and medium-sized enterprises. superior customer service. and 90% of these staff operates in Malaysia while the rest are in overseas operations which include Hong Kong and China. Cambodia. The Public Bank main activities are retail commercial banking. Public Bank is the third largest domestic bank in Malaysia. dining or entertainment at any establishment that accept Visa or Bankcard or MEPS locally or globally. shopping. Customers can use the card for retail purchases. Vietnam and Laos. The card is available to individuals aged 12 years old and above and no income documents are required for registration.160 staff. Public Bank have also provide internet banking and mobile banking services to convenient their customers to access their account. 2012). Vietnam. stock broking. In Malaysia. Public Bank also deals with other banking operations such as Hong Kong. In Public Bank. wealth management services and Islamic banking. funds management. Sri Lanka. The introduction of this „PB Day2Day Visa Card‟ offers customers the opportunity to enjoy instant savings 14 . 2012). Public Bank is an industry leader in home mortgage financing.Public Bank Berhad Public Bank established in Malaysia in the year 1966. Laos and Sri Lanka.308 ATMs and other self-service machines such as Cheque Deposit Machines and Cash Deposit Terminals. they have launched a card known as „PB Day2Day Visa Card‟. China. This card functions as a Visa Debit card and ATM Card. uncompromising service delivery standards and strong corporate governance and corporate culture (Public Bank. It has been well known for its prudent management. The Public Bank Group have more than over 17. The Public Bank branches have expanded more than 248 branches in Malaysia (Public Bank. face to face or over the internet. In term of size. For domestic operations. corporate banking. Public bank have also place 1. It is directly linked to the Public Bank Savings Account maintained by the cardholder. 3% on other retail purchases charged to their „PB Day2Day Visa Card‟. Shanghai and Mumbai. and Forex and market money updates. The bank also awarded the Bank of the year Award 2012 by The Banker and The Best Bank by Euromoney (CIMB. Based on the strong support given by Public Bank on the SMEs. Public Bank also give out business support services such as advisory services. The group runs under several corporate entities which include CIMB Bank. The bank‟s primary business activities are Consumer Banking. The Bank had offered different types of cards. CIMB Bank is a small unit of the CIMB Group that providing retail banking services to over million customers in 324 branches nationwide. 2011). Malaysia and Cambodia. Other than that. Furthermore. The bank also has some branches in London and Hong Kong. The cards consist of credit card and debit card (CIMB. formulating different lending products and scheme to meet up with SMEs necessity. Customer can also enjoy unlimited Cash Back of up to 0. CIMB Bank carries significant market shares across all consumer banking products. There are several elements may post some challenges to Hong Leong Bank in terms of product or service range.while they shop.). 2012). 2011). Wholesale Banking and Corporate Banking. Comprising Investment Banking. training on banking and trade financing. CIMB Islamic. According to Hamilton (n. CIMB Bank Commerce International Merchant Bankers Bhd or CIMB Group is a universal bank that operating in high growth economies in ASEAN. As the second largest consumer bank in Malaysia. as well as the representative offices in Yangon. other banks are not able to induce it as successfully as them (Public Bank. CIMB Investment Bank. support business development and joint promotion with relevant establishments such as SMI Association Malaysia and other business-related associations and chambers and much more. CIMB Niaga. Public Bank have boost up the development of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs).d. The bank has offer a complete range of products and services to serve the SMEs. CIMB Securities International and CIMB Thai. The SME development unit delivers much kind of services such as carry out the market research on the needs of SMEs. The bank straightly covers the countries of Singapore. economic and business review. one of the most popular credit cards issued by the bank is the CIMB Smart Drivers 15 . RHB Bank also post some challenge to Hong Leong in terms of credit card. international bank and as a corporate and investment bank. Global financial banking and Corporate and investment banking. Malaysia. n. RHB Bank Berhad RHB Bank Berhad is a commercial bank based on Kuala Lumpur. RHB Bank was the 3rd largest bank in Malaysia.d.d. The bank was also awarded the Best Domestic Bank by both Finance Asia and Euromoney in 1997 (Wikipedia.). Group transaction banking. 16 . The bank specializes in Business banking. when the customers use the Tesco-RHB credit card that has offer a 2 percent cash back in Tesco Malaysia stores and earns 1 point for every purchases that cost RM 2.d. CIMB also act the second growth bank in Malaysia that the bank starting to involve in the growth property investment. with 200 offices in Malaysia. n. As we know.). The purpose is to remain competitive. RHB bank issues other credit cards with additional benefits to cardholders as Hong Leong Bank unable to do so. internet banking services which is up-to-date and having strong impact to public society (CIMB. Commercial banking and International banking services (RHB. without charging any annual fee and the payment of registration fee and approach to all services of Touch „n Go with free GCS movie ticket for the respective Platinum Credit Card holders and some purchases can be paid by points earned (Hamilton. Furthermore. RHB Evo credit card is geared to youth market with a stylish and functional card that earns reward points when used (Hamilton. 2011). CIMB also post challenging by keep expanding the outlet and services location to make it more convenient which Hong Leong Bank not really have it. According to Hamilton (n.).). Retail Banking.d. n. 2011). The function of credit card is works as a regular credit card. Islamic banking.Package.d. n. the co-branded credit card. CIMB Petronas MasterCard with 5 percent of rebate on the first month and 2 percent rebate on the other days and discount from Starbuck and hypermarkets (Hamilton.). The Touch „n Go Visa Card. the bank specializes as a commercial bank. Based on our threat report in the SWOT analysis we discover that Hong Leong bank still lack in giving the full confidence in customer compare to other Malaysia major bank for example Maybank or public bank especially in the part of electronic payment. New market development is vigorously pursued and offensive marketing warfare strategies are a common way of obtaining additional market share. the risk of product failure or market rejection is high. each one of them are entrusting the bank in securing their transactions. according to Hong Leong bank annual report. first mover strategy allowed them to recaptured the market share from competitor and to target new market. When using this strategy. In this part of assignment we will focus on how Hong Leong bank form its business strategy to compete with other banking industry to acquire more market share in other to gain more loans. it‟s business strategy through these years of advancement had allowed Hong Leong bank to maintain an uprising market share and penetration within the banking industry of many nation. From customer taking loans to customer saving money. In banking industry credibility and security are very important aspects of business criteria.4. partially are from credit cards interest and securities investment. thinking that their “first mover advantage” will provide them with premium market opportunities and high margins. Business user of prospector strategy value being the first in an industry. 17 . Prospector Strategy Prospector strategy is considered as the most aggressive among the four business strategies.0 Business Strategy Like any other banking industry out there. In Hong Leong bank cases. Although Hong Leong bank faces a lot of pressure in competing with other bank. Hong Leong bank generate most of its income in receiving interest out of loans. Hong Leong bank major revenue are acquired through payback of interest from individual loans and small to mediums enterprises(SME‟s) business loans. It typically involves active programs to expand into new markets and stimulate new opportunities. sometimes even entering a market without or with little research and analysis. Their market domain is constantly in flux as new opportunities arise and past product offerings a trophy. They respond quickly to any signs of market opportunity. Advertising. According to the star newspaper entitled Hong Leong‟s strategy for China banking unit published in October 13 2011. in an annual conference last year. Besides that he clarify their future plan for Hong Leong Financial Group (HLFG) is to turn its target towards China. As strategic the strategy may sounds expanding in China are actually much more competitive than 18 . sales promotions. He mention that although the Malaysian market are proven to be very stagnant for Hong Leong Bank.6mil in return. This strategy is among the brightest strategy ever use in banking in Malaysia. Hong Leong Bank react agile to signs that indicates a potential market. According to Hong Leong Bank Chief Operating Officer Mr Hor Kwok Wai. had been focusing its business in Singapore. the strategy was able to capture the female market and started from a young age. Among the banks in Malaysia no one is as aggressive as Hong Leong bank might be. China and Vietnam. and personal selling are a major concern for prospector strategy user to penetrate the market with a high percentage of targeted audiences. but at the same time the strategy from the bank are subjected to the risk of failure. the aim is attract young ladies and mothers for young girls as potential target market. Hong Kong. the concept behind the strategy is due to the user of credit cards loans consist 60% of female than male. our group questions the ethics behind the strategy. currently he as the Global Markets Operating Officer. Sign up for credit card since young would ensure a future percentage of profitable market. as there are a lot of potential market for Hong Leong to expand. Although currently this first mover strategy is very successful as it reported in share gain of increasing in credit card sign up especially among young ladies. since no experts can ensure that young ladies or mother of young ladies would choose a Hello Kitty credit/debit card. Besides that. always seeking to expand its business abroad and seeking for new market segment even becoming a first mover in other financial product to gain ahead of competitor. it never stops to expand it business internationally to gain market share in another country. Hong Leong will eject its full investment into China market and expending its business especially in the rural area where they estimated a market share of RM143. Though successful. This strategy increases the Banks credit card market as the launches first mover financial product. For example of gaining a first mover advantages is the introducing of hello kitty credit and debit card which we had mention in the opportunities section of this report. as it is not one of the criteria mostly one seeks in the function of such. theme park and so-on to gain a part of market share from competitors. Hong Leong are expecting the returns to followed by high risk. their expertise 19 . Furthermore. for a finite time. Cooperative Strategies Cooperative strategy is defined as a strategy in which firms work together to achieve a shared objective. According to the press release of Hong Leong Bank. Joint venture is define as a business agreement in which parties agree to develop. As such it cooperate with Bank of Cheng Du (BOCD).). the risk accompanied is higher as well. Joint venture is one of the most common business strategy in international business expanding (Investopedia. One of the forms of cooperative strategy is called Joint venture. cinemas. In this cases. They exercise control over the enterprise and consequently share revenues. expenses and assets. By taking the prospector strategy.d. To form a Joint venture company called Sichuan Jincheng Consumer Finance Limited Company or (JV CO) where Hong Leong owning 49% of total equity and BOCD owning 51%. Those are subjected to the risk Hong Leong is taking. All of the perks and advantages can be gain by subscribing in GSC-Hong Leong Gold and Platinum Credit cards are enormous including a huge discount in movie and the priority in buying tickets without having to queue with other customer. the cost of setting up branches in rural area are more higher than in cities area since it involve a lot of transportations fees and employees reposition. One of the cooperative strategy develop by Hong Leong is called the GSC-Hong Leong Gold and Platinum Credit cards. a new entity and new assets by contributing equity. it realizes its expertise are not without limit. Hong Leong Bank had a lot of alliances such as restaurants outlet.Malaysia. Although the potential in China rural are high. one of the most successful alliance for Hong Leong Bank is the alliance with GSC (Golden Screen Cinema). GSC being Malaysia most widely stationed cinema can be found in every corner of shopping malls in Malaysia. especially financial loans. beside more competitive. in partnership with GSC Hong Leong can ensure that millions of fans of GSC will turn the tide in subscribing Hong Leong debit/credit card to obtain the privileges in GSC outlet. rural area of China where the group are targeting does not necessarily ensure profit as they are more conservative compare to cities folk. When Hong Leong decided to expand in to the mainland of China. n. HLB(Hong Leong Bank) further explain in the press release of their upcoming future plan with BOCD is to form alliances with local major electric appliances chain store. and plan for a market share before any bank could join in. with a modified procedure by JV Co it provide conveniences for applicants including a low turnaround time. 20 .which possess a wealth experience in consumer finance and the alliances with BOCD which posses a vast knowledge and experience in the banking market of China will form a strategic Joint venture that will focus on central and western area of China. to launch and offer trade settlement services in Yuan for trade customers. From the business strategy and Joint venture above we can see that Hong Leong Bank had decided to advance its business into the market of China. Hong Leong Bank is targeting China very aggressively. beside with BOCD. they will expand their business to furniture goods chain and offer general loans to consumer for travel. In this section of cooperative strategies no other bank form Malaysia can form a more successful strategies than Hong Leong Bank. Loan applications are carried out in the site of purchase. wedding and education. Hong Leong Bank had also form a strategic alliances with Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd which is a Bank originated from Singapore company. In the second stages of their Joint venture. reputable consumer electric and computer stores to offer financing to consumer for the purchase of consumer durables. furthermore Hong Leong Bank also partner with China development bank to develop cross-border financing and funding opportunities. Hong Leong Bank use the prospector strategy. When using this strategy. Hong Leong is also facing rising competition from major competitors such as Maybank. Other than that.0 Conclusion In conclusion. It is considered as the most aggressive among the four business strategies. the risk of product failure or market rejection is high. Usually. 21 . The SWOT analysis helps the company to formulate strategies that augment the business by enabling the company that to understand their partners. management and results of operations. The biggest income of Hong Leong Bank is come from the loans. this shows a significant result to the bank in terms of its business performance. the comprehensive SWOT analysis of Hong Leong Bank provides an indepth strategic analysis of the companies businesses and operations. the bank must enhance and develop some new policies and procedures in order to remain competitive. Because of poor customer services will lead to dissatisfaction of potential customers. Besides. Totally. innovation and the power to respond to challenges and opportunities to present a powerful and compelling force results in growth and success in business Hong Leong Bank is practicing the Banking and Financial Institution Act 1989 and Islamic Banking Act 1983.5. It respond fast to any signs of market chances. Hong Leong proves that the vision together with determination. However. Their market domain is constantly in flux as new opportunities arise and past product offerings a trophy. We able to know that its brand strength. good quality products and services. The strengths and weaknesses and the potential opportunities and threats has been complied bringing a clearly and an unbiased view of the company. Public Bank. Hong Leong Bank has the ability to become a strong and stabile bank if the bank maintains its current business activities and planning. we recommend Hong Leong Bank should let its coordinators to have more training and knowledge in how to handling the complaints from customers. sometimes even entering a market without or with little research and analysis. customers and competitors better. Therefore. One of the Hong Leong strengths is the best e-banking project in 2007. CIMB Bank and RHB Bank. a company joint venture with the highly potential other firm. Public Bank.Besides that. it realizes its expertise are not without limit. It is important to understand and keep tracking on the competitors such as Maybank. Hong Leong Bank is using cooperative strategies in their business strategies to predict their future plans and prospects. Sometimes. In addition. Hong Leong should continue move forward to keep this ability in competencies. The partnership with GSC Hong Leong can ensure that millions of fans of GSC will turn the tide in subscribing Hong Leong debit/credit card to obtain the privileges in GSC outlet. especially on the customer service. As such it cooperate with Bank of Cheng Du (BOCD). the strategy joint venture also important for the Hong Leong. it will be increase its market share. Lastly. Hong Leong decided to expand in to the mainland of China. CIMB Bank and RHB Bank. Hong Leong Bank still has plenty room for improvement. 22 . Hong Leong Bank.nfcworld. (2012). 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