PETALING JAYA: Affin Group has appointed Hanif Ghulam Mohammed as the new chief executive officer of Affin Hwang Investment Bank Bhd, effective Sept 9, 2025.
In a statement, the bank said Hanif brings with him over two decades of experience in the banking sector, with a strong focus on Treasury.
Prior to this appointment, he served as executive director of group treasury at Affin Bank Bhd
since December 2021.
“His career includes senior roles such as regional head of Islamic treasury and director of fixed income, reflecting his deep expertise in debt capital markets and Islamic finance.
“Beyond his corporate responsibilities, Hanif plays a pivotal role in shaping Malaysia’s financial landscape,” said the bank.
Hanif currently serves on Bank Negara Malaysia’s Financial Markets Committee and chairs the Islamic Financial Markets Subcommittee, underscoring his thought leadership and commitment to the development of Malaysia’s Islamic financial markets.
Affin Group said his appointment is a strategic move aligned with Affin Hwang Investment Bank’s ambition to drive innovation, strengthen its market position, and deliver long-term value to clients, shareholders, and stakeholders in line with the Group’s AX28 Strategic Plan.
Meanwhile, Datuk Wan Razly Abdullah, president and group chief executive officer of Affin Group, said: “This internal leadership transition underscores Affin Hwang Investment Bank’s commitment to fostering strategic growth and delivering excellence in the evolving investment banking landscape.”
Wan Razly added that Hanif’s proven track record, deep debt capital markets knowledge, treasury expertise, and leadership in shaping Malaysia’s Islamic financial markets position him well to steer our investment banking arm forward.
“With his appointment, we are confident Affin Hwang Investment Bank will continue to strengthen its market position, drive innovation, and deliver long-term value to our clients, shareholders, and stakeholders, in line with our AX28 Strategic Plan.”
