HKEX’s chief executive to step down with new succession plans in place
Current CEO announced he will not seek reappointment following the end of his contract in May next year; will be replaced by current co-chief operating officer.
Current CEO announced he will not seek reappointment following the end of his contract in May next year; will be replaced by current co-chief operating officer.
The move will help increase international participation in China’s equities and fixed-income markets and increase investment and risk management opportunities in Hong Kong.
New offering will enable mainland investors to trade Renminbi (RMB) stocks listed in Hong Kong using their onshore RMB.
Incoming hire brings over two decades’ worth of experience serving at major banks and financial institutions; previously served at BC Technology Group.
New programme initially launches with a Northbound channel, offering Hong Kong and international investors access to Mainland China’s interbank interest rate swap markets.
As part of the expansion of its expansion of its emerging business development team, HKEX has also named a new head of digital assets, markets and head of carbon and ESG products, markets.
The trading venue will offer global investors and risk managers an efficient solution to trade and manage their China exposure, while US regulators also certify for US investors.
Digital Asset looks to steam ahead after Blythe Masters, the former CEO and a long-time face of blockchain innovation, stepped down at the end of last year.
Head of markets at HKEx Lee Kwok Keung Roger to replace Romnesh Lamba as CEO of SEHK and HKFE.