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Standard_Chartered Appoints New CFO, COO

Analysis based on 6 articles · First reported May 18, 2026 · Last updated May 19, 2026

Sentiment
20
Attention
4
Articles
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Market Impact
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Market Impact

The appointments of Manus Costello as CFO and Tanuj Kapilashrami as COO at Standard Chartered are expected to bring stability and a renewed focus on strategic growth. This leadership change, following the unexpected departure of Diego De Giorgi, is likely to be viewed positively by investors as the bank prepares to unveil new financial targets and continues its 'Fit for Growth' cost-cutting exercise.

banking financial services
Event Summary

Standard Chartered has appointed Manus Costello as its new Group Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Diego De Giorgi who unexpectedly resigned in February to join Apollo Global Management. Costello, previously the global head of investor relations at Standard Chartered and a veteran in equity research, will oversee finance, treasury, investor relations, and corporate development. His appointment is subject to regulatory approval, with Peter Burrill having served as interim CFO. Concurrently, Standard Chartered also named Tanuj Kapilashrami as Group Chief Operating Officer. These appointments come ahead of the bank's investor event in Hong Kong, where it plans to unveil updated financial targets and growth strategies, building on its recent record first-quarter earnings.

Key Actions
100 Standard Chartered appointed CFO Manus Costello
80 Standard Chartered appointed COO Tanuj Kapilashrami
70 Diego De Giorgi resigned Standard Chartered
30 Apollo Global Management hired Diego De Giorgi
20 Standard Chartered named interim CFO Peter Burrill
Entities Involved
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Standard Chartered
Standard Chartered appointed Manus Costello as its new CFO and Tanuj Kapilashrami as COO, filling key leadership roles and signaling a focus on future growth and strategic objectives.
Importance 100 Sentiment 20
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Manus Costello
Manus Costello was appointed as the new Group Chief Financial Officer of Standard Chartered, taking on a critical leadership role and overseeing finance, treasury, investor relations, and corporate development functions.
Importance 90 Sentiment 30
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Diego De Giorgi
Diego De Giorgi's unexpected departure from Standard Chartered as CFO created a vacancy that Manus Costello now fills. His exit was seen as a blow to the bank, as he was a key figure in cost-cutting efforts and a potential successor to the CEO.
Importance 70 Sentiment -10
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Tanuj Kapilashrami
Tanuj Kapilashrami was appointed as the Group Chief Operating Officer for Standard Chartered, a significant promotion that places her in a key operational leadership position.
Importance 60 Sentiment 20
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Bill Winters
Bill Winters, CEO of Standard Chartered, appointed Manus Costello and Tanuj Kapilashrami to key executive roles, reinforcing his leadership team as the bank moves into its next phase of growth.
Importance 50 Sentiment 10
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Apollo Global Management
Apollo Global Management hired Diego De Giorgi after his departure from Standard Chartered, bringing a high-profile executive to their team.
Importance 30 Sentiment 10
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Peter Burrill
Peter Burrill served as interim CFO for Standard Chartered after Diego De Giorgi's departure, ensuring continuity during the search for a permanent successor.
Importance 20 Sentiment 0
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Bank of America — Merrill (company)
Bank of America — Merrill (company) is a former employer of Manus Costello, where he spent 10 years in equity research, contributing to his extensive experience.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
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Autonomy
Autonomy is a financial research provider co-founded by Manus Costello, where he oversaw research, adding to his qualifications for the CFO role at Standard Chartered.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
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AllianceBernstein
AllianceBernstein is a former employer of Manus Costello, where he held the role of global head of research, further enhancing his expertise in financial analysis.
Importance 10 Sentiment 0
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