Karim Ghannam has been appointed global head of real assets and head of alternatives, Singapore, at HSBC Asset Management (HSBC AM).

Ghannam (pictured right) will be responsible for the strategic development and management of HSBC AM’s real assets proposition which comprises listed, direct and indirect real asset investment strategies.

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He has over 25 years’ experience, most recently at 8F Asset Management, an impact-focused private equity fund manager which he co-founded in 2016 and held the role of chief investment officer.

Prior to that, he held a number of leadership roles in alternatives and private markets at global firms including Deutsche Bank and Argan Capital.

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“We are delighted to welcome Karim to the team as we look to scale up our real assets business and tap into Singapore’s position as a key international wealth hub,” said Joanna Munro, chief executive officer of alternatives at HSBC AM.

“Alternative investments are increasingly opening up to more types of investors requiring innovative products and specialist support. Karim brings valuable industry insight as we continue to enhance our real assets platform and deliver comprehensive investment solutions to our clients.”

Karim joins HSBC AM on 8 August 2025 and will report to Munro.

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