Banking

JAR Capital Group, a leading Swiss external asset manager, today announced the appointment of Francois R. Farjallah as Vice Chairman. A seasoned private banking executive with over 30 years of global experience, Farjallah will play a key role in strengthening the firm’s strategic and governance framework. In his new role, Farjallah will support the Chairman […]

Citigroup (Citi) has launched a new Korea Desk in Chicago to expand its support for Korean corporate clients operating in North America. The Chicago desk strengthens Citi’s on-the-ground coverage in the United States and complements its existing Korea Desk in New York, which was established in 1993. Citi also operates Korea desks in London, Prague, […]

HSBC Singapore has appointed Suzy White to its board, the bank announced. White is currently Group Chief Operating Officer of HSBC. She has spent 25 years with the bank in senior leadership roles across operations, risk, finance and transformation. Her previous positions include Chief Operating Officer for Global Banking and Markets, Regional Chief Operating Officer […]

Switzerland has long been recognized for its stability and neutrality in imminent peril. The country has remained peaceful and out of war since 1815. These factors have led to a self-perpetuating reputation for self-reliance and independence.