Goldman Sachs has appointed veteran banker Raghav Maliah as the Global Chairman of Investment Banking, a newly created role that underscores the firm’s long-term commitment to global integration and leadership in mergers and acquisitions.
The elevation comes at a critical time for Goldman Sachs, as the firm consolidates its regional investment banking operations and deepens its focus on growth markets in Asia Pacific and beyond. Maliah’s appointment reflects both his exceptional record in cross-border deal-making and his strategic importance to the firm’s future direction.
A Strategic Move for Global Expansion
Raghav Maliah, who joined Goldman Sachs in 2000, brings over two decades of experience in advising top-tier clients across industries and regions. As the Global Chairman of Investment Banking, he will play a leading role in shaping the firm’s client engagement strategy, advising on complex M&A transactions, and fostering deeper alignment between regional and global investment banking practices.
In addition to his new role, Maliah will continue to serve as:
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Co-Head of Mergers and Acquisitions for Asia Pacific
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Head of the Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) Investment Banking Division for Asia Pacific (excluding Japan)
These dual responsibilities reflect the firm’s strategy of combining global oversight with strong regional leadership to enhance market responsiveness and client service.
Career Highlights
Maliah has risen steadily through Goldman Sachs’ ranks since joining the firm:
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Named Managing Director in 2006
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Promoted to Partner in 2010
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Member of the Asia Pacific Management Committee
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Co-Head of M&A in Asia Pacific since 2024
Over the years, Maliah has advised on several landmark transactions and is recognized for his ability to navigate complex regulatory environments and deliver strategic outcomes for clients in technology, infrastructure, healthcare, and energy.
Reinforcing Goldman’s Asia Strategy
The announcement comes amid Goldman Sachs’ broader reorganization in the Asia Pacific region, combining investment banking operations across Japan, Australia, and the rest of Asia into a unified APAC unit. This move is designed to enhance operational efficiency, foster cross-border collaboration, and seize new opportunities in one of the world’s fastest-growing economic regions.
Maliah’s continued leadership in Asia Pacific will be critical as Goldman aims to consolidate its position as a top advisor in strategic transactions across the region. His deep understanding of regional dynamics and his global perspective are expected to drive synergy across the firm’s investment banking divisions.
Looking Ahead
Raghav Maliah’s appointment as Global Chairman marks a significant step in Goldman Sachs’ effort to empower experienced leaders with a dual regional and global mandate. His leadership is set to enhance the firm’s ability to deliver high-impact advisory services, deepen client relationships, and navigate an increasingly complex and competitive global financial landscape.
As the investment banking sector continues to evolve, Goldman Sachs is banking on a blend of local insight and global strategy — a balance that Maliah has long embodied. His new role signals the firm’s confidence in his ability to guide its investment banking arm into a new era of growth and resilience.
