Deutsche names new APAC head of equities

Rob Ebert's appointment comes as the German bank looks to invest more in equities and as stock markets across Asia boom.

Vikas Arora is returning to the country with the German lender to replace Dino Siason.

The German bank picks David Lynne and James Boyle to run its markets team in the region, as Michael Ormaechea steps down to spend more time with his family.

Deutsche Bank is the latest firm to join Loco Singapore, Singapore’s over-the-counter gold clearing system, which will be ready by the end of 2026, with interbank trading being developed next year.

The former Deutsche Bank executive joins in Hong Kong as Apac head of healthcare and real estate.

Rob Ward joins from MUFG to lead Natixis CIB’s Australia and New Zealand operations, bringing extensive energy and infrastructure expertise.