In this expanded role, Mr. Matta will co-lead the regional TMT investment banking franchise and advise clients on mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, and strategic transactions.
Varun has been with Citi for over 4 years. He previously served as Managing Director & Head, Technology, Media & Telecom ASEAN and Managing Director & Head, Financial Sponsors Coverage ASEAN. During this time, he led complex M&A and corporate finance transactions across Southeast Asia and reinforced the bank’s position as a trusted advisor in the region.
Before joining Citi, Varun held senior leadership roles at CIMB. He served as Managing Director & Head, Mergers & Acquisitions and Financial Sponsors, and Managing Director & Head, Telecoms, Media & Technology, Investment Banking. His earlier experience includes investment banking positions at Delta Partners, Credit Suisse, and Macquarie. In these roles, he advised on major cross-border M&A transactions across telecoms, media, technology, and industrial sectors. He began his investment banking career at DBS Bank.
Varun holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore. He also earned a dual degree in Biochemical Engineering & Biotechnology from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. His academic background combines strong analytical skills with deep sector expertise, supporting his leadership in the TMT investment banking space.
With extensive experience across global and regional markets, Varun now takes on a broader mandate to drive growth and client advisory excellence across Asia Pacific.
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