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OPPENHEIMER EXPANDS GLOBAL CREDIT TEAM

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Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY) has significantly expanded its High Yield and Distressed Credit business with the addition of six senior professionals to its London office. The team, joining from Stifel, includes leadership positions in trading, sales, research, and business management.

The new London group will collaborate with Oppenheimer's existing high-yield teams in the U.S. and Hong Kong, creating a global credit platform focused on delivering cross-border coverage. This strategic expansion enhances the firm's ability to provide institutional clients with worldwide access to high-yield and distressed credit opportunities.

Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY) ha significativamente ampliato la sua attività di High Yield e Credito in Difficoltà con l’aggiunta di sei professionisti senior al suo ufficio di Londra. Il team, in arrivo da Stifel, comprende ruoli di leadership in trading, vendita, ricerca e gestione aziendale.

Il nuovo gruppo londinese collaborerà con i team high-yield già presenti negli Stati Uniti e a Hong Kong, creando una piattaforma globale di credito focalizzata sulla copertura transfrontaliera. Questa espansione strategica migliora la capacità della società di offrire ai clienti istituzionali l’accesso globale a opportunità nel credito High Yield e distressed.

Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY) ha ampliado significativamente su negocio de High Yield y Crédito en Dificultades con la incorporación de seis profesionales senior a su oficina de Londres. El equipo, que llega desde Stifel, incluye puestos de liderazgo en trading, ventas, investigación y gestión empresarial.

El nuevo grupo de Londres colaborará con los equipos de high yield de EE. UU. y de Hong Kong, creando una plataforma global de crédito centrada en ofrecer cobertura transfronteriza. Esta expansión estratégica refuerza la capacidad de la firma para proporcionar a clientes institucionales acceso mundial a oportunidades de crédito high yield y distressed.

Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY)가 런던 사무소에 여섯 명의 수석 전문가를 추가하며 고수익(HY) 및 디스트레서드 크레딧 비즈니스를 크게 확장했습니다. Stifel에서 합류한 이 팀은 트레이딩, 세일즈, 리서치 및 비즈니스 관리의 리더십 포지션을 포함합니다.

새로운 런던 그룹은 미국과 홍콩의 기존 HY 팀과 협력하여 글로벌 크레딧 플랫폼을 구축하고 국경 간 커버리지를 제공합니다. 이 전략적 확장은 기관 고객에게 전 세계적으로 고수익 및 distressed 크레딧 기회에 대한 접근성을 제공하는 능력을 강화합니다.

Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY) a nettement renforcé son activité de High Yield et de Crédit en difficulté en recrutant six professionnels seniors pour son bureau de Londres. L’équipe, en provenance de Stifel, comprend des postes de direction en trading, vente, recherche et gestion d’activité.

Le nouveau groupe londonien collaborera avec les équipes HY existantes aux États-Unis et à Hong Kong, créant une plateforme de crédit mondiale axée sur une couverture transfrontalière. Cette expansion stratégique améliore la capacité de la firme à offrir à ses clients institutionnels un accès mondial aux opportunités de crédit high yield et distressed.

Oppenheimer (NYSE: OPY) hat sein Geschäft im Bereich High Yield und Distressed Credit durch die Einstellung von sechs Senior-Professionals in das Londoner Büro deutlich erweitert. Das Team, das von Stifel kommt, umfasst Führungspositionen in Trading, Vertrieb, Forschung und Unternehmensführung.

Die neue Londoner Gruppe wird mit den bestehenden High-Yield-Teams in den USA und Hongkong zusammenarbeiten und eine globale Kreditplattform schaffen, die auf eine grenzüberschreitende Abdeckung abzielt. Diese strategische Expansion stärkt die Fähigkeit des Unternehmens, institutionellen Kunden weltweit Zugang zu High-Yield- und Distressed-Credit-Chancen zu bieten.

أوبنهايمر (NYSE: OPY) وسّع بشكل كبير نشاطه في مجال العوائد العالية والدين المتعثر بإضافة ستة مهنيين كبار إلى مكتبه في لندن. الفريق، القادم من Stifel، يتضمن مناصب قيادية في التداول والمبيعات والبحوث وإدارة الأعمال.

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奥本海默(NYSE: OPY) 通过在伦敦办公室再增设 六名资深专业人员,显著扩大了其高收益与困境信贷业务。新团队来自 Stifel,涵盖交易、销售、研究与业务管理等领导职位。

伦敦新组将与美国和香港的现有高收益团队协作,打造一个面向跨境覆盖的 全球信贷平台。这一战略扩张将提升公司向机构客户提供全球高收益与困境信贷机会的能力。

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  • Strategic expansion of global credit capabilities with six senior hires
  • Enhanced cross-border coverage and collaboration across U.S., Europe, and Asia
  • Strengthened European market presence in high-yield and distressed credit
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Oppenheimer's addition of six senior credit professionals strengthens global fixed income capabilities and cross-border service delivery.

Oppenheimer's expansion of its High Yield and Distressed Credit business with six senior London-based professionals from Stifel represents a strategic enhancement of its global fixed income platform. The new team will bridge Oppenheimer's existing operations across the U.S., Europe, and Asia, creating an integrated global service offering.

This talent acquisition addresses a critical area of opportunity in the current market environment. High yield and distressed debt trading requires specialized expertise, particularly valuable during periods of market stress or economic uncertainty when distressed assets present both challenges and opportunities for institutional investors.

The appointments indicate Oppenheimer is making a significant investment in its European operations while strengthening its global collaboration capabilities. By connecting expertise across three continents, the firm is positioning itself to provide more comprehensive cross-border coverage and execution for institutional clients seeking access to high-yield and distressed credit opportunities worldwide.

This expansion aligns with broader industry trends where investment banks are enhancing their fixed income capabilities to capitalize on market volatility and credit dislocations. For Oppenheimer, a mid-sized investment bank, building out specialized expertise in high-yield and distressed assets could help differentiate its offering in a competitive landscape dominated by larger players.

New European team enhances global client coverage and collaboration, with a focus on global high yield and distressed assets

LONDON, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Oppenheimer Europe Limited (Oppenheimer) – a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings, a leading investment bank and wealth manager (NYSE: OPY) – announced today the addition of six senior London-based professionals to its High Yield and Distressed Credit business. The group, which joins from Stifel, will play a central role in strengthening Oppenheimer's European presence and expanding the firm's ability to deliver cross-border coverage to its clients across the world.

The new team members include:

  • Mike Paget, Managing Director & Head of High Yield and Distressed Sales and Trading
  • Michael Levy, Managing Director & Head of High Yield and Distressed Trading
  • Marc Magliana, Managing Director & Head of High Yield and Distressed Sales
  • Matthew Smith, Managing Director, Loans and Distressed Trading
  • Nicolas Bourguignon, Managing Director, Head of High Yield and Distressed Research,
  • Andrew de Almeida, Executive Director, Business Manager, High Yield and Distressed Fixed income

"We are delighted to welcome the team to Oppenheimer," said Max Lami, CEO of Oppenheimer Europe. "Their expertise and track record in distressed debt trading, research and execution will be instrumental as we expand in Europe and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. Their arrival firmly embeds Europe within Oppenheimer's High Yield, Distressed and Credit businesses, ensuring that institutional clients benefit from thought leadership and execution on a global scale."

The London group will work closely with Oppenheimer's established high-yield teams in the U.S., led by Jay McDermott, Eric Friel, and John Mori, and in Hong Kong, led by Cliff Huang. Together, these groups will connect expertise across the U.S., Europe and Asia to deliver seamless access to high-yield and distressed credit opportunities worldwide.

"These hires mark a significant milestone in the global build-out of our credit franchise," said Peter Albano, Global Head of Fixed Income at Oppenheimer. "By linking talent across continents, we are creating a collaborative platform designed to deliver market-leading insights, liquidity and execution. These appointments reflect Oppenheimer's continued investment in its global fixed income platform and its commitment to providing high-quality research, superior execution, and innovative credit solutions to clients worldwide."

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (Oppenheimer), a principal subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: OPY), provides a full range of wealth management, securities brokerage and investment banking services to high-net-worth individuals, families, corporate executives, local governments, businesses and institutions.

Oppenheimer Europe Limited
Oppenheimer Europe Limited (Oppenheimer), a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: OPY), delivers financial services to EMEA-based institutions and corporations across corporate finance, equities, fixed income, debt capital markets and portfolio strategy research.

Oppenheimer Investments Asia Limited 
Oppenheimer Investments Asia Limited (Oppenheimer), a subsidiary of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc. (NYSE: OPY), delivers financial services to APAC-based institutions across equities and fixed income.

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FAQ

Who are the key executives joining Oppenheimer's London credit team in 2025?

The key hires include Mike Paget as MD & Head of High Yield and Distressed Sales and Trading, Michael Levy as MD & Head of High Yield and Distressed Trading, and Nicolas Bourguignon as MD, Head of High Yield and Distressed Research, among others.

How will the new hires impact Oppenheimer's (NYSE: OPY) global operations?

The new team will strengthen Oppenheimer's European presence and enhance global client coverage by creating a collaborative platform connecting expertise across the U.S., Europe, and Asia for high-yield and distressed credit opportunities.

What is the strategic significance of Oppenheimer's credit team expansion?

The expansion represents a significant milestone in building out Oppenheimer's global credit franchise, enhancing its ability to deliver market-leading insights, liquidity, and execution services to institutional clients worldwide.

Where did Oppenheimer's new London credit team members previously work?

All six senior professionals joining Oppenheimer's London office previously worked at Stifel.
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