HSBC AM Names Asia Head of Credit Research

1 min readMay 3, 20215:24 PM

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HSBC’s asset management arm appoints a new head of credit research in Asia amid an ongoing expansion across its product range and distribution capabilities in the region.

HSBC Asset Management appoints Seok Poh Yeoh as head of credit research for Asia, according to a statement, effective immediately.

In her Hong Kong-based role, Yeoh reports locally to head of Asian fixed income Elizabeth Allen as well as Paris-based global head of credit research Tina Radovic.

Yeoh has 16 years of industry experience and was most recently a financial and corporate credit research analyst at Credit Suisse. She rejoins HSBC Asset Management after first joining in 2012 as a financial analyst.

The latest hire follows announced ambitions by HSBC Asset Management to enhance its platform in mainland China, India, and Southeast Asia, most notably for the high net worth product range across alternatives, sustainability, and thematic equities.

According to the bank, HSBC Asset Management has Asian fixed income assets under management totaling nearly $73 billion as of March 31 this year.

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What this means

HSBC Asset Management’s appointment of Seok Poh Yeoh as head of credit research is a deliberate step, likely to bolster its ambitious expansion plans in key Asian markets. By enhancing its research capabilities, particularly with a veteran like Yeoh, HSBC directly supports its stated goal of growing high net worth product ranges in China, India, and Southeast Asia. This pressures rivals by deepening HSBC’s expertise, building on its already substantial $73 billion in Asian fixed income assets. The risk lies in execution; integrating new research into a diverse product offering across a vast region is complex. This move, echoing prior investments in product and distribution, aims for a stronger competitive edge. Watch for future product launches and asset growth figures.

Maria Santos

Questions & Answers

What are Seok Poh Yeoh's reporting lines in her new role?

Seok Poh Yeoh reports locally to Elizabeth Allen, who is the head of Asian fixed income. She also reports to Tina Radovic, the Paris-based global head of credit research for the asset management arm.

What is the reason for this new appointment within HSBC Asset Management?

The appointment is part of an ongoing expansion across HSBC Asset Management's product range and distribution capabilities in the Asia region. This aligns with ambitions to enhance its platform in key Asian markets.

What was Seok Poh Yeoh's previous role before rejoining HSBC Asset Management?

Before her current appointment, Seok Poh Yeoh was most recently a financial and corporate credit research analyst at Credit Suisse. She initially joined HSBC Asset Management in 2012 as a financial analyst.

What is the total value of HSBC Asset Management's Asian fixed income assets under management?

As of March 31 this year, HSBC Asset Management holds nearly $73 billion in Asian fixed income assets under management. This figure is according to the bank itself.

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