Barclays Appoints Paul Johnson as APAC Head of Equities

Barclays has appointed Paul Johnson as the new head of equities for Asia Pacific, a move aimed at strengthening the bank's presence in the region as part of its three-year strategic plan. Johnson, who has over 20 years of experience and previously served as APAC co-head of equity derivatives at Goldman Sachs, will focus on expanding equity derivatives, equity-linked financing, electronic trading, and prime brokerage. His appointment reflects Barclays' commitment to enhancing its equities business, particularly in markets like Japan and India. Johnson will work closely with other senior executives and participate in key management committees to execute this growth strategy. The bank's income from Asian markets has seen a slight decline, prompting this push to bolster its operations in a competitive landscape. This appointment is part of a broader effort by Barclays to invest in profitable areas and improve client relationships across Asia.