Matthew Adams

Matt Adams is a Managing Director at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), where he oversees the bank's international client base of global custodians, broker dealers and private banks.1 He joined FAB in 2022 as Executive Director of Client Management for Securities Services3 and was later promoted to Managing Director and appointed to the FABSS Management Committee.2

Professional Background

Adams has over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, particularly in sub-custody and securities services.1 His career includes:

• Senior roles at major firms like State Street, HSBC, Northern Trust, and BNP Paribas1
• Expertise in guiding clients through policy shifts and market changes in emerging markets1
• Specialization in sub-custody services and client management1

Current Role and Responsibilities

At FAB, Adams focuses on:

• Overseeing the bank's international client base1
• Managing relationships with global custodians, broker dealers, and private banks1
• Providing insights on sub-custody services and securities services trends1
• Contributing to FAB's growth in emerging markets, particularly in the Gulf Cooperation Council and Egypt (GCCE) region1

Industry Insights

Adams has shared valuable insights on:

• The diverse trends in sub-custodianship across different regions1
• The evolution of market models, including broker clearing and central counterparty (CCP) clearing1
• Factors driving growth in emerging markets, such as pension fund reforms and IPO surges1
• The role of sub-custodians in facilitating client entry into new markets1

Matt Adams' expertise and leadership position at FAB contribute to the bank's efforts to enhance accessibility and investor confidence in the GCCE markets and beyond.