Risk management now critical for treasury functions: HSBC

Effective risk management has become a critical priority for treasury functions as organisations navigate an increasingly dynamic global environment, said Rohit Rozario, managing director and regional head of Business Management and Controls for Asia Pacific at Global Payments Solutions, HSBC.

He made the comments at a roundtable discussion, titled “Treasury in Transition: Navigating Emerging Risk in Treasury Function”, organised by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited (HSBC) Bangladesh, in Dhaka recently, according to a press release.

“In today’s dynamic world, effective risk management in treasury functions has never been more critical,” he said, adding that organisations must balance resilience with agility by managing liquidity, strengthening operational continuity and anticipating disruptions before they arise.

The programme highlighted key market developments and emerging risk trends in the treasury landscape and was attended by finance and treasury professionals from local and multinational organisations.

Newaz Musharraf, country head of Global Payments Solutions at HSBC Bangladesh, said treasury functions of corporate clients are evolving from transactional roles to more strategic ones.

“As complexities rise and margins compress, treasury teams are increasingly focusing on reducing financing and operational costs, supporting business expansion and ensuring accurate cash-flow forecasting,” he added.

HSBC continues to leverage its global network, digital platforms and deep market expertise to help businesses navigate complexity and unlock new opportunities for sustainable growth, the release said.