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The COVID-19 pandemic has caused significant global economic disruptions, particularly increasing non-performing loans (NPLs) in the banking sector. This study examines the impact of bank specific factors and macroeconomics on NPLs in banks across ASEAN countries. Panel data from 39 publicly listed banks over the period 2010–2024 were examined using the Generalized Method of Moments (GMM) and system GMM approach. The results indicate that lagged NPLs, return on equity, total assets, credit growth, GDP growth, and lending interest rates significantly influence NPLs, while the Tier 1 capital ratio, non-interest income, and unemployment rate show no significant effect. This study provides important implications for bank management and policymakers in enhancing credit risk management and strengthening banking supervision within the ASEAN region.

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bank credit risk macroeconomic profitability ASEAN bankruptcy

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