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UBS taps Allianz GI Asia head Desmond Ng to lead Asia-Pacific asset management unit

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Posted on June 19, 2025

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UBS taps Allianz GI Asia head Desmond Ng to lead Asia-Pacific asset management unit
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(Reuters) -The asset management arm of Swiss bank UBS said on Thursday it has appointed Desmond Ng as its Asia-Pacific head, effective October 1. Ng, who has nearly three decades of asset management

UBS Appoints Desmond Ng as Head of Asia-Pacific Asset Management

(Reuters) -The asset management arm of Swiss bank UBS said on Thursday it has appointed Desmond Ng as its Asia-Pacific head, effective October 1.

Ng, who has nearly three decades of asset management experience, joins UBS from Allianz Global Investors, where he was the head of Asia Pacific. Ng has previously held senior roles at JP Morgan Asset Management and chaired the Hong Kong Investment Funds Association from 2009 to 2011.

In his new role, Ng will lead UBS Asset Management's Asia-Pacific strategy, working with the firm's global wealth management and investment bank units, collaborating with regional teams and exploring opportunities to expand partnerships with joint venture firms in China.

Ng will report to Aleksandar Ivanovic, president of UBS Asset Management, and Iqbal Khan, co-president of global wealth management and president of UBS Asia-Pacific.

(Reporting by Roshan Thomas in Bengaluru; Editing by Mrigank Dhaniwala)

Key Takeaways

  • Desmond Ng appointed as UBS Asia-Pacific head.
  • Ng joins from Allianz Global Investors.
  • Ng has nearly three decades of experience.
  • Ng will report to Aleksandar Ivanovic and Iqbal Khan.
  • Focus on expanding partnerships in China.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who has been appointed as the head of UBS Asset Management in Asia-Pacific?
Desmond Ng has been appointed as the head of UBS Asset Management for the Asia-Pacific region, effective October 1.
What was Desmond Ng's previous position before joining UBS?
Before joining UBS, Desmond Ng was the head of Asia Pacific at Allianz Global Investors.
What will Desmond Ng's responsibilities include at UBS?
In his new role, Ng will lead UBS Asset Management's Asia-Pacific strategy and collaborate with the firm's global wealth management and investment bank units.
Who will Desmond Ng report to at UBS?
Ng will report to Aleksandar Ivanovic, president of UBS Asset Management, and Iqbal Khan, co-president of global wealth management and president of UBS Asia-Pacific.

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