Lawrence Lau Joins HKEX as Managing Director & Head of Debt Market Development
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) has appointed Lawrence Lau as Managing Director and Head of Debt Market Development, effective immediately. The hiring strengthens HKEX’s Fixed Income and Currency (FIC) business amid growing demand for strong debt markets in Asia.
Role and Focus Areas
Lau will lead a dedicated Debt Market Development team. he will target primary and secondary market growth. His primary market priority will be to enhance bond issuance processes to attract more issuers. It will also include boosting issuer engagement for smoother capital raising. For secondary market prioritiesm he will improve liquidity across the debt value chain and develop market infrastructure to support trading efficiency. He reports directly to Kevin Fan, HKEX Head of FIC Product Development.
Lawrence Lau’s Proven Expertise
Lau holds over 25 years of experience in capital markets. He brings deep experience from his recent role as Managing Director and Head of Debt Capital Markets at Bank of China International. There, he excelled in global bond issuance, investor relations, and market expansion. His career started early at Ernst & Young in London. Also, he has held senior roles at Deutsche Bank, Credit Suisse, and Dresdner Kleinwort Benson.
Lau also holds membership in the Debt Advisory Working Group under the FIC Task Force. It is jointly led by the Securities and Futures Commission and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority. He holds a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Cambridge and is a chartered accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.
About HKEX
Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is one of the largest exchange groups in the world. It provides a platform for trading various financial instruments, including equities, derivatives, and commodities. HKEX plays a crucial role in linking Chinese markets with international investors. Recently, HKEX accelerated cash market settlement to T+1.
Wrapping Up
This appointment prepares HKEX to enhance debt market maturity. It will foster liquidity and innovation in Hong Kong’s FIC ecosystem. Global issuers are eyeing Asia, and Lau’s track record could drive significant issuance growth and infrastructure upgrades.
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