Roy Hunter Ku
Advisor at Merrill — New York, NY Rockefeller Plz
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
11 years
Location
New York, NY 10019
Merrill
Institution
Roy Ku is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a founding partner of The XK Group in New York City. He began his career in investment banking in 1995 and subsequently spent two decades as an analyst and portfolio manager in the hedge fund industry, focusing on both global and emerging equities markets. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2015, where he advises a diverse clientele, including professionals in technology and finance as well as families in the Asian community.
Roy develops personalized financial planning strategies drawing on his extensive experience in investment management and banking. His client services include customized data-driven financial models, separately managed accounts, tax minimization strategies, alternative investments, custom lending solutions, trust and estate planning through Bank of America, and retirement planning through Merrill Lynch. He prioritizes understanding each client's unique circumstances to create plans tailored to their goals and aspirations.
Roy earned a Bachelor's degree in economics with concentrations in finance and accounting from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. He is also involved with the Wharton Business Development Group. Roy lives in New York City with his wife and son and enjoys playing golf and chess in his spare time.
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New York, NY Rockefeller Plz
75 Rockefeller Plz
New York NY 10019
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318
Connecticut · New York · Texas
11 years of industry experience
Bank Of America, N.A.
2016 - Present • 10 years
New York, NY
Merrill
2015 - Present • 11 years
New York, NY
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