In Brief: HSBC's Farley Thomas

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Farley Thomas, head of ETFs at HSBC talks about his enjoyment of spy thrillers and an alternative career in linguistics.

If you could see anyone in concert who would it be? Mary J Blige, again. Is there anything you listen to constantly on your iPod/MP3 player? I've just been to Latin America on holiday and have been listening to a song called Arroyito by a Columbian singer, Fonseca. What is the next film you would like to see? Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy, because I like the cast and a good, long spy thriller. What's your ideal way of relaxing after a stressful day in the office? Good food and great red wine. If you weren't working in financial services, what would you be doing? I li...

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