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DBS completes acquisition of ANZ's retail and wealth business in Hong Kong


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HONG KONG,11 September 2017 -

DBS Bank Ltd (DBS) today announced that it has successfully completed the acquisition of ANZ’s retail and wealth business in Hong Kong.

Since the announcement of the acquisition in October 2016, the respective teams at both DBS and ANZ have been working closely together to ensure a smooth and seamless transition. DBS had earlier announced that it would acquire the retail and wealth business of ANZ in Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Taiwan and Indonesia.

The migration in Hong Kong was successfully conducted over the weekend of 9-10 September and this was the third market of the transaction in which ANZ’s portfolio of businesses was transferred over to DBS. The first market to complete the migration was China on 17 July, followed by Singapore on 7 August. The transaction is progressing well and remains on track for full completion in all remaining markets by early 2018.

Sebastian Paredes, CEO of DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, said, “The successful integration marks an important milestone, as we welcome the addition of a significant base of wealth customers, staff and AUM in Hong Kong, representing a 17% increase in our wealth AUM. With our solid wealth management franchise, smart and holistic
solutions, and our leadership in leveraging digital innovation, we are well positioned as a leading wealth manager in Hong Kong.”

Royce Teo, Managing Director and Head of Consumer Banking Group and Wealth Management, Hong Kong, of DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, said, “We are delighted to welcome our new customers and colleagues to DBS. With our broader branch network, more tailored solutions, award-winning digital initiatives and a full suite of universal banking products, this is an exceptional opportunity for us to continue offering best-in-class service, advice and solutions to our customers.”

Januar Tjandra, Managing Director and North Asia Head of Private Banking, of DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, said, “This acquisition has allowed us to further enhance our private banking position in the North Asia growth market. Thanks to the success of our highly integrated wealth management business model, experienced and talented employees, and customised service offerings, this acquisition has been well received. We are pleased to welcome our new customers and colleagues to DBS.”

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Photo 1: Sebastian Paredes (eighth left), Chief Executive Officer of DBS Bank (Hong Kong) Limited, Piyush Gupta (ninth left), Chief Executive Officer, DBS Group, Pearlyn Phau (seventh right), Deputy Group Head of Consumer Banking Group and Wealth Management of DBS Bank, Royce Teo (sixth right), Head of Consumer Banking Group and Wealth Management, Hong Kong of DBS Bank (Hong Kong), Su Shan Tan (fifth right) Group Head of Wealth Management of DBS Bank, and Januar Tjandra (second right), North Asia Head of Private Banking, DBS Bank (Hong Kong) announced the successful completion of ANZ’s retail and wealth business in Hong Kong.

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