United StatesBank of the WestUnderpinned by more than a century of experience and with a presence in over 50 countries, Bank of the West’s commercial banking division offers financial strategies and solutions to meet a wide array of industry-specific needs. The bank’s relationship managers are highly adept at recommending solutions tailored to individual company requirements.
Year: 2016
Commercial Bank of Dubai
United Arab EmiratesCommercial Bank of DubaiFounded by decree of the former Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum in 1969, the Commercial Bank of Dubai has played a key role in securing the emirate’s successful economic transformation. Alongside numerous CSR initiatives, such as sponsoring the Dubai Tour competition in 2015, the bank now has an operating income of over $500m.
Odeabank
TurkeyOdeabankHeadquartered in the Turkish city of Istanbul, straddling Asia Minor and Europe, Odeabank is in a prime location for business. As well as retail and corporate banking, it offers key commercial banking services to the booming Turkish economy, providing loans and other services to SMEs and large businesses alike, alongside trade and project finance.
Mega ICBC
TaiwanMega ICBCFollowing the merger of Chiao Tung Bank and the Commercial Bank of China in 2006, Mega ICBC has become a commanding presence in Taiwan’s banking industry. Having a highly experienced team in place has enabled the bank to increase its market share considerably, while also offering customers the benefits of its far-reaching network.
Raiffeisen
SwitzerlandRaiffeisenRaiffeisen is the third largest bank in Switzerland. For a country such as Switzerland – often synonymous with big financial institutions – this is no small feat. Raiffeisen is part of an international network of cooperative banks; it has 3.7 million customers and nearly two million cooperative members in Switzerland, serviced by its more than 1,000 branches.
Sampath Bank
SRI LANKASampath BankAs one of Sri Lanka’s leading banks, with over 225 branches across the country, Sampath Bank has garnered a reputation for excellence in commercial banking. With a wide range of services, ranging from debt financing to escrow accounts, the bank continues to develop and expand alongside Sri Lanka’s growing economy.
Banco Popular Español
SpainBanco Popular EspañolA Spanish-based commercial bank, Banco Popular Español is divided into four areas of operation: commercial banking; insurance; corporate and markets; and asset management. Much of the commercial banking activities of Banco Popular are focused on small and medium sized enterprises, alongside individuals, forming a vital part of Spain’s recently rejuvenated economy.
Gazprombank
RussiaGazprombankWith an asset total of nearly RU4000bn ($5.97bn), and profits of RU33bn ($492.16m), Gazprombank is the third largest bank in the Russian Federation. Its presence is felt throughout the country, with 43 branches and more than 260 banking outlets spread across the vast expanse of Russia. Beyond this, the bank also has a presence in China, Mongolia and India.
ActivoBank
PORTUGALActivoBankAs the first provider in Portugal to offer mobile banking, ActivoBank’s reputation as a forward-thinking and progressive bank is very well earned. Nowhere else is this more evident than in its commercial banking services, which have been instrumental in leading the latest advances for companies in Portugal and the wider region.
Rizal Commercial Banking Corporation
PhilippinesRizal Commercial Banking CorporationRizal Commercial Banking Corporation is one of the largest universal banks in the Philippines. It is majority-owned by the Yuchengco Group of Companies, one of the largest conglomerates in south-east Asia, the World Bank’s International Finance Corporation and Cathay Life Insurance, a subsidiary of Taiwan’s Cathay Financial Holdings.
Scotiabank Peru
PeruScotiabank PeruScotiabank consolidated with Banco Wiese Sudameris in 2006, beginning its operations in Peru. This allowed it to combine the experience and expertise of Banco Sudamericano with the support of the Bank of Nova Scotia, one of the leading financial institutions in North America, the third largest bank in Canada, and an organisation with a significant international presence.
Zenith Bank
NigeriaZenith BankHeadquartered in Lagos, Zenith has more than 500 branches and offices in prime locations across all the states of Nigeria, including the Federal Capital Territory. It has achieved this dominance following its establishment as a commercial bank in May 1990. It is now increasingly global, with operation licenses and representatives in and across Africa, Asia and Europe.
Kanbawza Bank (KBZ Bank)
MyanmarKanbawza Bank (KBZ Bank)Alongside Myanmar’s rapid economic development, the country’s banking sector is also undergoing a revolution, with institutions such as KBZ Bank driving this long-awaited change. Given the host of new opportunities available, the bank offers invaluable confidence and advisory services to commercial enterprises at a crucial point in their respective growth.
Banco BCI
MOZAMBIQUEBanco BCIBanco BCI is still a young financial institution (it is only 20 years old), but it is one with a solid structure and one that is well established in Mozambique. The bank offers financial services to all segments of the country’s market, from individuals to large corporations, and intervenes as a financial partner of the main business actors in the market.
Banorte
MexicoBanorteThe proud slogan of Banorte is “the strong bank of Mexico”. Judging from its numbers, it certainly lives up that motto. Measured by assets and loans, the commercial arm of Grupo Financiero Banorte is one of the four largest commercial banks in Mexico, while it operates a total of 1,269 branches and 7,297 ATMs across the country.
