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Bank of Singapore Names Veteran Banker Lim Leong to Lead Dubai Business

Bank of Singapore has named Lim Leong Guan as its new head of private banking in the Middle East, signalling a serious push into the region as Dubai cements its status as a global wealth hub. Lim takes on the role of Head of Private Banking for the Middle East,…

By Sam Reid

11th Jun 2026

Zarvista Capital Markets Appoints Mohammed El Alaoui Essosse as CEO

Key Takeaways Zarvista Capital Markets appointed Mohammed El Alaoui Essosse as its new CEO, after three years at the firm. Essosse previously led business development and Africa initiatives at Zarvista, and held senior roles at AUS Global and INFINOX. He succeeds founder Jamsheer Thazhe Veettil; Zarvista operates offshore (Mwali/Mauritius) with…

By Staff Writer

24th Feb 2026

HKEX Appoints Jalal Almarhoon to Lead Middle East Operations from Riyadh

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has appointed Jalal Almarhoon as Managing Director and Chief Regional Representative for the Middle East, as the exchange group expands its regional footprint and issuer outreach. Almarhoon joined HKEX on 10 February 2026 and will be based in the group’s recently opened Riyadh…

By Developer

24th Feb 2026

IG Japan CEO Tomoharu Furuichi Steps Down After Nearly Seven Years

Key Highlights IG Japan CEO Tomoharu Furuichi stepped down at the end of January, after nearly seven years leading the Tokyo-based business. Furuichi said IG Japan grew significantly under his tenure, and highlighted his background across consulting and consumer brands, including a stint as CEO of GILT Groupe K.K. where…

By Staff Writer

05th Feb 2026

GODO Capital Markets Appoints Sargon Goriel to Lead Oman Expansion and Licensing Strategy

Quick Summary GODO Capital Markets appoints Sargon Goriel as Non-Executive Director, leading its expansion and operations in the Sultanate of Oman. Goriel will spearhead a landmark regulatory licensing initiative, positioning GODO to become the first brokerage firm approved under a specific Omani regulatory authority. The move strengthens GODO’s regional growth…

By Staff Writer

23rd Jan 2026

HKEX Appoints Graeme Farrell as Group Chief Risk Officer

Quick Summary Graeme Farrell appointed Group Chief Risk Officer at HKEX, effective 12 January 2026. He brings 25+ years of global risk management experience, most recently with Interactive Brokers. Farrell will oversee financial, technology, and enterprise risk at HKEX. Outgoing CRO Richard Wise is stepping down after five years of…

By Staff Writer

14th Dec 2025