Merrill Lynch's Asia-Pacific business

Merrill Lynch opened its first Asia-Pacific office in Hong Kong on 1960, mainly providing services to private customers. Later, in the 1980s and 1990s, investment banking and securities business gradually developed. Today, Merrill Lynch has become a leading international investment bank in the Asia-Pacific region. There are more than 4,500 employees in the Asia-Pacific region except Japan, with offices in Bangkok, Beijing, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Mumbai, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney and Taipei. In each Asia-Pacific market, we provide comprehensive and diversified products and services according to local conditions and international professionals.

In India, Merrill Lynch holds 90% of the shares of the joint venture company DSP Merrill Lynch and operates a full range of domestic investment banking services. The company is a leading underwriter, bond and stock broker in India, providing first-class consulting services for enterprises and the government. The company also provides wealth management services and conducts detailed economic, industrial and enterprise research in India. As for investment consultant, DSP Merrill Lynch Fund Manager provides diversified products and services for individuals and institutions to choose from.

In Indonesia, PT Merrill Lynch Indonesia Company is a joint venture between Merrill Lynch and PT Persada Kian Pastilestari, and it has been operating since 1994. The company's business includes investment banking, stock trading and research. In China, Merrill Lynch and BOC Group jointly established BOC International Fund Management Company.