Sydney Stock Exchange appoints new CEO

The Sydney Stock Exchange (SSX) has appointed Tony Sacre as its new chief executive officer.

Sacre has over 20 years' experience within financial markets, and has held senior leadership roles as general manager at Commonwealth Bank, head of international banking at Bank of Sydney and global head of sales at AME Group. Most recently he was one of the leaders of the International Business Origination function at ANZ.

Commenting on the appointment, SSX deputy chair George Wang said, "We welcome Tony to SSX. He brings strong expertise and complementary skills in trade and capital flows between Australia and Asia, financial services education, and working with corporates and regulatory agencies. Tony will be an important leader in our drive and determination to create a vibrant marketplace for growth companies in Australia and throughout Asia."

Following Sacre's appointment as CEO, Wang will step down as an executive director but remain as a non-executive director with the firm.