Vis Raghavan

Viswas "Vis" Raghavan is Head of Banking at Citi, a position he has held since 2024. In this role, he oversees the firm's corporate, commercial, and investment banking activities across nearly 100 markets. As Executive Vice Chair, he helps shape and drive the firm-wide strategy and assists CEO Jane Fraser with key strategic initiatives.

Raghavan was born in September 1966 and raised in India. He holds a Bachelor of Science in physics from University of Bombay and an honors degree in electronic engineering and computer science from Aston University, where he also received an honorary doctorate. He is a chartered accountant with the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales.

Career history

• Head of Banking and Executive Vice Chair, Citi (2024–present)
• Head of Global Investment Banking, J.P. Morgan (2023–2024)
• Global Co-Head of Investment Banking, J.P. Morgan (2020–2024)
• Head of International Capital Markets and Global Head of Equity Capital Markets, J.P. Morgan
• Capital Markets Executive for Europe and Asia, J.P. Morgan (2000 onwards)
• Investment Banking, Lehman Brothers (late-1990s)

At J.P. Morgan, Raghavan specialized in equity and debt capital market transactions, building extensive expertise in global capital markets. He is recognized for his analytical skills and contributions to thought leadership in global finance, frequently speaking on topics related to banking, capital markets, and financial strategy. He is considered a potential successor to CEO Jane Fraser at Citi.

What Raghavan could bring to Head of Banking at Citi: Raghavan collaborates with Citi's international franchises to support the global delivery of the firm's resources, leveraging his deep experience at JPMorgan in capital markets and banking operations. He orchestrated a publicized recruitment spree from J.P. Morgan's investment bank to Citi throughout 2025, demonstrating his ability to attract talent and execute strategic transformation. His technical background in physics and engineering, combined with his chartered accountant credentials, positions him to drive data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency across Citi's banking division.

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