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UBS hires Singla from Citi to head fintech investment banking

Published by Global Banking & Finance Review

Posted on April 10, 2026

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· Last updated: April 11, 2026

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NEW YORK, April 10 (Reuters) - UBS is hiring Rahul Singla as Global Head of Financial Technology from Citigroup, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters. Singla is expected to join in August, to

UBS Appoints Rahul Singla as Global Head of Financial Technology Banking

UBS Appoints Rahul Singla as Global Head of Financial Technology Banking

UBS Strengthens Financial Technology Leadership

Rahul Singla's Appointment and Role

NEW YORK, April 10 (Reuters) - UBS is hiring Rahul Singla as Global Head of Financial Technology from Citigroup, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters.

Joining Details and Reporting Structure

Singla is expected to join in August, to be based in New York and report to Vik Hebatpuria. At Citi, the executive served as Head of North America Financial Technology, the memo said. An UBS spokesperson confirmed the contents of the memo.

UBS's Recent Fintech Activities

UBS has been bookrunner on some recent fintech IPOs such as Klarna, Chime, Noba and eToro.

Reporting Credit

(Reporting by Tatiana Bautzer)

Key Takeaways

  • Singla joins UBS from Citi, where he led North America financial technology banking (bloomberg.com).
  • He’ll be based in New York, report to Vik Hebatpuria, and starts in August (bloomberg.com).
  • UBS has strengthened its fintech footprint, serving as bookrunner on IPOs for Klarna, Chime, Noba, and eToro (bloomberg.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is UBS hiring as Global Head of Financial Technology?
UBS is hiring Rahul Singla as Global Head of Financial Technology from Citigroup.
When will Rahul Singla join UBS?
Rahul Singla is expected to join UBS in August.
What was Rahul Singla’s previous role at Citigroup?
Rahul Singla served as Head of North America Financial Technology at Citigroup.
Where will Rahul Singla be based in his new role at UBS?
Rahul Singla will be based in New York.
Which recent fintech IPOs has UBS been involved with?
UBS has been a bookrunner on IPOs for companies such as Klarna, Chime, Noba, and eToro.

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