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Feature: Face to Face - Mark Payson

02 April 2010

Mark Payson, Global head of Trading and Asset Liability Management at BBH explains how the firm’s prudent approach during the financial crisis helped it avoid negative headlines and seize on new opportunities.

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Global Investor/isf: BBH recently increased the firm’s securities lending presence in Asia.  What opportunities do you see there?

Mark Payson: “Expansion in Asia is an extremely important part of BBH’s global business strategy, and the growth of our securities lending business into Hong Kong is symbolic of the commitment we have made to the region.  We have seen significant growth both from existing and prospective securities lending clients in the region, as asset managers recognise the revenue opportunities available.   We expect the depth of supply and the assets that we hold in the region to be substantially greater going forward, particularly as Asia leads the global recovery.”


Global Investor/isf : Where specifically, in Asia will you be focusing?

MP: “We think there is fantastic opportunity across the region from both a client and new markets perspective.  We will be focusing...


 

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