


Allianz UK has appointed BNP Paribas’ securities services business to provide a wide range of asset services in the UK, including global custody, agency securities lending, auto foreign exchange, continuous linked settlement and cash services.
Securities Services at BNP Paribas will assist Allianz in the UK, delivering specialised asset servicing expertise, and customised reporting solutions via BNP Paribas’ NeoLink client platform. By integrating the bank’s applications, other fintech services, artificial intelligence and omni-channel connectivity, NeoLink creates tailored dashboards and analytics, and facilitates more effective investment decision making.
Arnaud Claudon, head of asset managers and asset owners client lines, securities services at BNP Paribas, commented: “Our trusted partnership with Allianz is already well-established in core markets such as Germany, Italy and Belgium. This new mandate in the UK reflects our strong capability in the EMEA region, as we continue to grow as a European global custodian of choice.”
Ying Ye, chief investment officer for Allianz UK, added: “BNP Paribas have been supportive throughout, and we look forward to a strong partnership.”