SlovakiaJ&T GroupThough in its relative infancy by banking industry standards – the group was founded in 1993 – J&T’s wide service offering is spearheading rapid change in Slovakia. The bank offers coverage across much of Eastern Europe, and provides specialist consultancy and financial advice on a number of topics.
Saudi ArabiaSaudi Hollandi BankSaudi Hollandi Bank is the longest-established provider of financial products and services to Saudi Arabia’s leading companies – large and small – and is building a strong reputation in the retail market. Over the past 88 years, the bank has maintained a consistently strong capital base while incorporating a broader social engagement.
QatarDoha BankA leading financial services firm in Qatar, Doha Bank is known for its technological innovations, offering banking services to retail, private and corporate clients through an array of channels. Particularly focused on SMEs, the group is dedicated to fostering growth in Qatar by providing all-round support to entrepreneurs, in addition to its wholesale business.
PortugalBanco Santander TottaOne of Portugal’s oldest and largest banks, Banco Santander Totta is part of major banking group Santander and prides itself on a strong mortgage and lending business, as well as an increasingly successful private bank. With a notable focus on customer service, this commercial and retail bank is the most profitable and has the best ratings in Portugal.
PhilippinesRizal Commercial Banking CorporationEstablished in 1960 as a small development bank, Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation has since expanded its offerings to adapt to the ever-changing financial services landscape. The bank is present in over 180 locations across the Asia-Pacific region, and its growing network of over 350 branches shows no sign of slowing.
ParaguaySudameris BankSudameris Bank’s commitments lie primarily with quality of products and services and organisational excellence. By striving to improve quality of life across its client base and pledging to provide “excellent service at all times and in all places,” Sudameris offers an expert example for others in its position to follow.
OmanNational Bank of OmanFounded in 1973, the National Bank of Oman (NBO) is one of the sultanate’s most highly regarded financial institutions. NBO has been much lauded for the great pains it takes to ensure its clients are provided with the highest standard of, and latest developments in, banking technology. It is this dedication that has seen it achieve impressive levels of success.
PolandmBankWith almost three decades of experience as a financial services provider, mBank has firmly cemented its reputation as a top corporate bank in Poland. Over the years, mBank has developed into a sophisticated banking group, providing services to retail customers in Poland, the Czech Republic and Slovakia.
PeruCitibankWell recognised for its investment, business, and private banking operations, Citi’s Peruvian wing is a substantial player in domestic markets. The international powerhouse has been present in many local sectors since 1920 and continues to nourish the economy through microfinance and other initiatives. As such, Citi has carved out a unique place in the market.
PanamaMultibankMultibank has cemented its position as a valuable constituent of Panama’s financial services sector since it was founded in 1990. Having consolidated its national position, the group’s focus has recently turned to global expansion, underpinned by its fivefold commitment to quality, responsibility, agility, flexibility and confidentiality.
NigeriaGuaranty Trust BankGuaranty Trust Bank is a top-tier bank in Nigeria that uses alternative channels to attract new customers, such as its new SME MarketHub platform, an e-commerce platform that supports the growth of SMEs. With a solid foothold in West and East Africa, the firm’s new strategy includes expansion into high-growth countries such as Angola and Mozambique.
MoroccoAttijariwafa BankHeadquartered and listed in Casablanca, Attijariwafa Bank is Morocco’s leading bank and the third largest in Africa based on assets. The bank is part of King Mohammed VI’s holding company SNI, and has offices across the globe. It offers asset and investment management in addition to commercial and investment banking services.
LuxembourgBanque RaiffeisenProviding a wide range of financial services, Raiffeisen sits among Luxembourg’s oldest and most well established banking outlets. Across the bank’s substantial domestic coverage, it offers retail, business, private and wealth management services. It has a number of cooperative relationships across much of Europe that have helped it evolve over the years.
NetherlandsINGING is not just the most powerful banking group in its native Netherlands, it is also one of the most important financial brands globally. The ‘Orange Lion’ is a major player in retail banking in the region, but also runs direct, commercial and investment banking operations, as well as asset management services.
MozambiqueBanco Millennium BimProviding customers with retail, corporate, insurance and other banking services, Banco Internationacional de Mozambique has grown exponentially in recent years. On top of exceptionally well thought-out traditional banking offerings, its investment banking wing offers intelligent, catered products. Bim has 158 branches in Mozambique, and is headquartered in Maputo.
