Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) today announced the appointment of Joy Kwek as managing director, head of capital markets & solutions, Asia Pacific, effective 1 August 2025.

In this newly created role, Joy will lead the strategic alignment of SMBC and SMBC Nikko Securities Inc. (SMBC Nikko) across the region, driving the delivery of integrated, client-centric financing solutions. Her appointment underscores the bank’s commitment to strengthening its capital markets and structured solutions franchise in Asia Pacific.

Based in Singapore, Joy will report to Carsten Stoehr, deputy head of Asia Pacific at SMBC, and Hironori Hattori, president of SMBC Nikko Securities (Hong Kong) Limited (SMBC Nikko Hong Kong), as well as the global heads of debt capital markets and solutions at SMBC Nikko.

Joy brings over two decades of banking experience, and joins SMBC from Morgan Stanley, where she was managing director and head of APAC strategic advisory Solutions. She previously held senior leadership roles at Credit Suisse, including as director and head of APAC private asset group and Greater China strategic advisory.

“I am excited and honoured to join SMBC at such a pivotal time in its Asia Pacific growth strategy. I look forward to partnering with our talented teams across the bank and SMBC Nikko to deliver integrated, market-leading financing solutions that unlock long-term value for our clients and support their strategic ambitions,” said Joy.

Carsten Stoehr, deputy head of Asia Pacific at SMBC, commented: “We are delighted to welcome Joy to SMBC. Her extensive experience in capital markets, credit, derivatives, and investment banking will be invaluable in supporting SMBC’s strategic priorities and delivering best-in-class solutions to our clients."

“Joy’s appointment marks an important step in aligning our banking and securities capabilities across Asia Pacific. Her leadership will be instrumental in expanding our presence across public and private markets, while further strengthening our franchise and deepening client partnerships throughout the region”, Hironori Hattori, president of SMBC Nikko Hong Kong, adds.

Redisseminated by The Asian Banker