HSBC appoints Desmond Kuang as Asia chief investment officer
He is currently the chief investment officer for China.
HSBC has named Desmond Kuang as chief investment officer, Asia, for HSBC Private Bank and Premier Wealth.
Kuang is tasked with developing regional investment strategies and themes across all asset classes for private banking and premier clients in the region, excluding Hong Kong.
He is currently chief investment officer for China, and interim head of wealth and premier solutions in China. He will continue in these roles until successors are appointed, said HSBC.
Kuang will take over the role beginning 6 July 2026.