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Citi investment bank hires Gulash from KBW to lead bank sector

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Posted on May 18, 2026

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· Last updated: May 18, 2026

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Citi Appoints Joe Gulash as Head of Bank Sector Investment Banking

Citigroup Announces Leadership Appointment in Investment Banking

NEW YORK, May 18 (Reuters) - Citigroup is hiring Joe Gulash as Head of Banks in Financial Institutions Investment Banking, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters and signed by David Friedland and Jens Welter, co-heads of North America investment banking.

Joe Gulash's Background and Experience

Gulash is joining from Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, a Stifel company and advisory firm, and will lead global coverage of banks. He is expected to join in August, the memo added.

Leadership Transition Details

Memo and Reporting Structure

(Reporting by Tatiana Bautzer)

Key Takeaways

  • Joe Gulash currently leads Depositories Investment Banking at KBW and brings extensive experience advising regional and community banks. (kbw.com)
  • His move continues Citi’s aggressive talent acquisition strategy to bolster its investment banking capabilities across key sectors. (tradingview.com)
  • Gulash’s arrival in August aligns with Citi’s broader push under banking head Viswas Raghavan to strengthen global coverage and win market share in the banking sector. (tradingview.com)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Joe Gulash and where did he work previously?
Joe Gulash is the new Head of Banks in Financial Institutions Investment Banking at Citigroup, previously at Keefe, Bruyette & Woods.
What role will Joe Gulash have at Citigroup?
Gulash will lead global coverage of banks as Head of Banks in Financial Institutions Investment Banking.
When is Joe Gulash expected to join Citigroup?
Joe Gulash is expected to join Citigroup in August.
Who announced the hiring of Joe Gulash at Citi?
The hiring was announced in an internal memo signed by David Friedland and Jens Welter, co-heads of North America investment banking.

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