Roger De Basto
About Roger De Basto
Roger De Basto is the Managing Director at HSBC, where he has worked since 2011. He has extensive experience in equity capital markets across Asia and a strong academic background, including studies at the University of Oxford and Eton College.
Current Role at HSBC
Roger De Basto serves as Managing Director at HSBC, a position he has held since 2011. He operates from Hong Kong, where he oversees various aspects of equity capital markets. His role involves strategic decision-making and managing key transactions in the financial sector.
Previous Experience at Macquarie Capital Securities Limited
Prior to his current role, Roger De Basto worked at Macquarie Capital Securities Limited as Head of Equity Capital Markets Execution for Asia from 2004 to 2010. During his six years in this position, he was based in Hong Kong and was responsible for leading equity capital market transactions across the region.
Experience at ING Securities
Roger De Basto held the position of Head of Equity Capital Markets – Asia at ING Securities from 1995 to 2004. His nine years in this role, also based in Hong Kong, allowed him to develop a strong foundation in equity capital markets and build extensive networks in the financial industry.
Educational Background
Roger De Basto has a diverse educational background. He studied at Eton College from 1981 to 1983 and later attended the University of Oxford, where he earned a MA/BA in Physiological Sciences (pre-clinical medicine) from 1984 to 1987. He also completed his studies at Island School from 1976 to 1981.
Expertise in Equity Capital Markets
Roger De Basto possesses a comprehensive understanding of various financial products, including IPOs, ADRs/GDRs, and convertible bonds. He has extensive experience managing equity capital market transactions across multiple Asian countries, including Hong Kong, India, and Singapore. His expertise includes negotiating underwriting agreements and managing the full spectrum of Asian ECM/Equity Corporate Finance.