ASX Limited (ASX) today announced the appointment of Group Executive Markets and Listings, Darren Yip as Interim Chief Executive Officer. Mr Yip’s appointment, which will be effective from 29 May 2026, follows our February announcement that Managing Director and CEO Helen Lofthouse was departing the Group.
Mr Yip is a highly experienced capital markets executive with strong knowledge of ASX’s operations, strategy and regulatory environment. Joining ASX in 2023, he has over 20 years’ experience in global financial markets and has a strong track record in senior leadership roles. He will lead the organisation on an interim basis as the Board continues with a comprehensive search for a permanent CEO.
ASX Chair David Clarke said: “Darren’s appointment will provide strong leadership and continuity during this period. He brings deep institutional knowledge, proven operational experience and has the leadership skills to maintain a clear focus on delivering resilient, well-governed markets for our customers and stakeholders. The Board is committed to ensuring a
smooth transition and maintaining momentum against ASX’s strategic priorities.
“The global search for a new ASX CEO is progressing, with candidates demonstrating a strong track record for leadership capability as well as key skills and experience in financial markets, transformation and risk management.”
Mr Yip said he was honoured for the opportunity to lead ASX during this period and he was focused on ensuring continuity and execution. “ASX plays a critical role in Australia’s financial system, and my priority is to maintain operational resilience, support our customers and continue to deliver against our key strategic and technology initiatives during this transition,” he said.
This appointment supports a planned process with ample time for handover activities in the coming month.
Mr Clarke added: “On behalf of the Board, I want to thank Helen for her leadership and service to ASX, particularly in advancing key technology and transformation initiatives. We wish her well for her future.”
A summary of the material variation to the terms of employment agreed between ASX and Mr Yip for assuming the role of interim CEO, which relate to his remuneration, are provided as an appendix to this announcement in accordance with Listing Rule 3.16.4.
ASX will update the market on the CEO search process in due course.
