Top Banking Companies in Singapore

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BANK OCBC NISP6,276 +62 1 500 999

Bank OCBC NISP (formerly known as Bank NISP) is the fourth oldest bank in Indonesia, which was founded in April 4th 1941 in Bandung under the name of NV Nederlandsch Indische Spaar En Deposito Bank.Bank OCBC NISP then grown to be a solid and dependable bank, especially in providing service for small business segments. It officially became a commercial bank in 1967, Foreign exchange bank in 1990 and public corporate in Indonesia Stock Exchange in 1994.In the end of 1990, Bank OCBC NISP managed to pass the Asia monetary crisis and the fall of banking industry without any recapitalization obligation aid from the government. Bank OCBC NISP became one of the first few banks to resume lending during the crisis. This initiative enabled the Bank to note a high growth.Bank OCBC NISP good reputation and its promising growth has attracted the interest of International Finance Corporation (IFC), a part of World Bank Group, which then became a shareholder in 2001-2010 and from OCBC Singapore which then became the shareholder Bank OCBC NISP. OCBC Singapore finally became the stakeholder after going through several acquisitions and tender offers since 2004. OCBC Singapore Bank currently holds 85,06% of the stock in OCBC NISP.With the support from OCBC Bank-Singapore, OCBC NISP has implemented agressive programmes to strengthen the infrastructure, human resources, information and technology, as well as office networking. This programme was the foundation of the relocation of the main office of OCBC NISP Tower to the central Jakarta that enables OCBC NISP Bank to gain access to the business centre in Indonesia.Bank OCBC NISP currently employs more than 6,500 employees. That number spreads over 330 branch offices. With high motivation, Bank OCBC NISP is ready to serve the customers who are in 59 cities in Indonesia.

METROBANK8,288 +63 2 8870 0700

Be part of a leading financial institutionMetrobank is the country’s premiere universal bank with the largest consolidated network of over 870 branches and over 1,900 automated teller machines nationwide, and 33 foreign branches, subsidiaries and representative offices. A recognized leader in the country’s banking industry, Metrobank has become the trusted banking partner, staying true to its promise of keeping you in good hands. Experience a fruitful and rewarding careerThe driving force of Metrobank’s success is its people who are committed to product quality and service excellence; practice strong work ethics and good governance. We uphold a culture anchored on our core values of customer delight, teamwork, passion for results and integrity. In Metrobank, hardwork is well-rewarded with a long term career and a competitive rewards system. Learn from trusted professionalsMetrobank is an excellent training ground for individuals who aim to learn and gain exposure to the different facets of banking and finance. The learning opportunities are immense as you work with top-notch experts of the banking industry - a driven team of individuals who put value on excellence and passion for service.Metrobank is regulated by the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (https://www.bsp.gov.ph/)

CREDIT SUISSE49,648 +65 6212 2000

Credit Suisse is a leading global wealth manager with strong investment banking capabilities. Headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, our operation has a global reach and extends to about 50 countries worldwide across mature and emerging markets with more than 45,000 employees from over 150 different nations.We partner across countries, divisions and regions to deliver holistic financial solutions to our clients, including innovative products and specially tailored advice, aligned to our high ethical standards. We strive for quality and excellence in our work and professional relationships, recognizing and rewarding extraordinary performance among our employees and providing opportunities for internal mobility, dedicated training and leadership. As a global and inclusive community, we benefit from a diverse range of perspectives to create value and drive results for our clients, shareholders and communities. Our values are brought to life through the entrepreneurial spirit of all within our network. We are Credit Suisse.Social Media Disclaimer and guidelines: http://bit.ly/2KCQhO6

BANGKOK BANK3,643 +65 6410 0400

Discover Bangkok Bank – Thailand’s largest commercial bank and one of the leading commercial banks in Southeast Asia. A pioneer bank with long progress of the country. Bangkok Bank has grown and matured with Thai people and their business interests and today is renowned for its size, stability and partnership approach. The bank is driving innovation in new products and services and building on its inherent scale advantages to meet the challenges of a changing financial landscape and consolidate its leadership position for the future.

JULIUS BAER6,482 +65 6827 1999

The Julius Baer Group is present in around 60 locations worldwide, including Zurich (Head Office), Bangkok, Dubai, Dublin, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hong Kong, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Mexico City, Milan, Monaco, Mumbai, Santiago de Chile, São Paulo, Shanghai, Singapore, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo.Social media terms of use: https://www.juliusbaer.com/en/legal/social-media/

TONIK364 +65 8708 7087

Tonik is a transformative digital bank on a mission to revolutionize the way money works in Southeast Asia.We are addressing the US$140 billion retail deposit and US$100 billion unsecured retail lending opportunities in the Philippines. We believe the existing Filipino banking customers and the 70% of the Filipinos that remain unbanked deserve a better choice – a digital-only bank that is simple, not intimidating, helps them save, all at the click of a button. As the world leader in internet and social media usage, we believe Philippines is ripe for becoming a world leader in digital banking too.We plan to make it happen. We provide retail financial products, including deposits, loans, savings accounts, payments, and cards on a highly secure digital banking platform.Innovation is woven into the DNA of our company. We put customers first. We challenge the status quo. We are relentless. We are passionate about improving people’s financial lives through the use of technology.Tonik is officially the Philippines’ first neobank to secure a digital bank license from the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP). Deposits are insured by the Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC).

STANDARD CHARTERED BANK70,447 +65 6596 7000

We are a leading international banking group, with a presence in more than 60 of the world’s most dynamic markets. Our purpose is to drive commerce and prosperity through our unique diversity, and our heritage and values are expressed in our brand promise, Here for good. Standard Chartered PLC is listed on the London and Hong Kong Stock Exchanges.

UCAP ASSET MANAGEMENT SINGAPORE4 +65 6636 7556

We are an independent investment and financial advisory firm dedicated to providing bespoke solutions to help our clients to grow and safeguard their wealth and assets – and successfully transfer these safely to future generations.

WESTPAC NEW ZEALAND3,972 +64 800 400 600

We’ve been helping New Zealanders find the right financial solutions to suit their lives since 1861. We first opened back then as The Bank of New South Wales, and then changed our name to Westpac in 1982. Along the way we’ve grown stronger by joining forces with the Commercial Bank of Australia and Trust Bank – to become Westpac New Zealand Limited. We bank all sorts of people and businesses – from young children, to first home-owners through to big corporates and the New Zealand Government. Nearly a quarter of all Kiwis bank with Westpac, so we’ve got great experience and knowledge to draw on when it comes to helping people with their very first bank account, all the way through to their retirement.With more than 200 branches, and nearly 500 ATMs, we’re one of New Zealand’s largest banks. We provide a full range of banking and financial services for personal, business and agribusiness banking.A copy of our House Rules can be found here: http://bit.ly/1p0SuxH

AAREAL BANK AG659 +65 6884 4136

Welcome to the world of Aareal Bank! As the leading provider of smart financing, software products and digital solutions for the property sector and related industries we support our clients on three continents with our finance expertise and managing real estate projects. As a top employer with excellent trainee programs we offer various personalities a professional work place.Do you want to join our amazing team, with awesome benefits, systemized HR development and plenty work-life-balance initiatives? Then send us a message, we look forward to hear from you soon!In general we are available here from 9am to 5pm, MO-FR on bank working days.Imprint: http://www.aareal-bank.com/en/footermenu/imprint/Impressum: https://www.aareal-bank.com/footermenu/impressum/

WESTPAC INSTITUTIONAL BANK1,676 +65 6530 9898

Westpac Institutional Bank (WIB) is partnering with corporates, institutions and governments to back nation-building development and supporting clients with their transition to net zero emissions.

OCBC BANK15,704 +65 1800 773 6437

OCBC Bank is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. It is now the second largest financial services group in Southeast Asia by assets and one of the world’s most highly-rated banks, with an Aa1 rating from Moody’s. Recognised for its financial strength and stability, OCBC Bank is consistently ranked among the World’s Top 50 Safest Banks by Global Finance and has been named Best Managed Bank in Singapore by The Asian Banker. OCBC Bank and its subsidiaries offer a broad array of commercial banking, specialist financial and wealth management services, ranging from consumer, corporate, investment, private and transaction banking to treasury, insurance, asset management and stockbroking services. OCBC Bank’s key markets are Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Greater China. It has more than 570 branches and representative offices in 19 countries and regions. These include about 300 branches and offices in Indonesia under subsidiary Bank OCBC NISP, and over 90 branches and offices in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR under OCBC Wing Hang. OCBC Bank’s private banking services are provided by its wholly-owned subsidiary Bank of Singapore, which operates on a unique open-architecture product platform to source for the best-in-class products to meet its clients’ goals. OCBC Banks insurance subsidiary, Great Eastern Holdings, is the oldest and most established life insurance group in Singapore and Malaysia. Its asset management subsidiary, Lion Global Investors, is one of the largest private sector asset management companies in Southeast Asia.

LOMBARD ODIER GROUP2,803 +65 6305 7789

Lombard Odier aspires to be an innovative bank of choice for private and institutional clients seeking a tailored, sustainable approach to wealth and asset management. Founded in 1796, Lombard Odier is the oldest private bank in Geneva and one of the largest in Switzerland and Europe, with a network of more than 25 offices worldwide. An independent family business for seven generations, we have served our clients guided by a simple philosophy: rethink everything. Lombard Odier has a longstanding tradition of thinking and acting along the principles of corporate responsibility and sustainability.

BANK AUSTRALIA433 +61 132888

As a customer owned, B Corp certified bank, were doing banking differently. We empower our staff and customers to be part of the clean money movement.We achieve this by staying true to our purpose and values through our strategy, operations, products and services, and advocating to bring others on the journey. This means every role and person in our bank is essential to bringing our values, purpose and aspiration to life.As a customer owned bank, we reinvest our profits to continually serve our customers through competitive rates and fees, responsible banking, and supporting positive impact.Our Contact Centre, lending operations and processing are based in the Latrobe Valley and Bendigo while our head office is in Kew, Melbourne. We also have branches in Melbourne and regional Victoria, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra and Sydney.

BANK OF AMERICA205,260 +65 6678 0000

Bank of America is one of the worlds largest financial institutions, serving individuals, small- and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company serves approximately 56 million U.S. consumer and small business relationships. It is among the worlds leading wealth management companies and is a global leader in corporate and investment banking and trading.This LinkedIn company page is moderated. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/32FDdQr.For account issues, please visit: https://bit.ly/2GeTIeP.

LGT PRIVATE BANKING2,249 +65 6415 3850

Forward-looking for generationsLGT is an international private bank owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein with 23 locations in Europe, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. Our solid capitalization, long-term thinking, and strategic focus underpin our strong values. These are rooted in 900 years tradition and entrepreneurial thinking. Digitization represents a key pillar of how we continually innovate to find better ways of doing things - today and for the future.Sustainable and social: Sustainability is a pillar of LGTs strategy. Thinking, managing, and investing sustainably are integral parts of our DNA. LGT has committed to reducing the net CO2 emissions from its operations and its investments to zero by 2030.The Princely Family’s view is that wealth itself isnt a purpose, but that it comes with a sense of responsibility. Being wealthy means embracing and acting on that responsibility, as well as passing these values on to the next generation.LGT as an employer: LGT is a vibrant, growing international company and employer. We are certified as a Great Place to Work by the international consulting and research institute of the same name. Whether you have a wealth of experience or are embarking on your first professional steps, LGT careers offer an empowering environment to realize your ambitions.Take your next career step at one of our 23 international locations: www.lgt.com/global-en/career/jobsPublishing information: www.lgt.com/global-en/publishing-information

SOCASH PTE LTD34 +65 3129 2808

SOCASH creates the next-gen distribution for Digital banks and payment platforms.Banks need channels and distribution - to acquire customers , sell products, process payments & deliver services, but the current infrastructure is capital intensive and inefficient. On the other spectrum is the neighbouhood retailer with idle capacity. SOCASH connects these shops and offers a highly scalable and responsive network of retailers, delivering the spectrum of cash management, payment solutions and financial services. This is achieved by blending retail networks, payment solutions and banks with SOCASH platform The platform offers business payment solutions, solves cash management and enables customer onboarding via its ever growing network of retailers. The platform drives convergence of payments with cash and takes banking to where customers are.We are among fast growing fintech, HQd Singapore and expanding our markets across Asia and beyond. As Asia drives up consumption , the next billion are demanding ever increasing access to financial services, which the current network of ATMs and Branches are unable to deliver. With over 20,000 shops on our network and working across Asia, we are working towards a future where banking is delivered on an ubiquitous scale embedded in the community in a cost effective manner.The platform has achieved global sales and is growing with the demand from Digital banking revolution. Generates recurring from platform licences, transaction fees and FX. Products have profitable unit economics. SME lending product in pipeline.The company has raised USD 12.5M capital, most recently a USD 6 Million a strategic round from Glory Ltd (Japan), Standard Chartered and Vertex Ventures.

BRUC BOND7 +65 9337 0199

Bruc Bond is a boutique banking firm with expertise in corporate banking & B2B payments. We work with the singular purpose of transforming global corporate banking by bringing private banking experience to corporate clients through our experienced and highly qualified client success teams, located around key global financial centers and in partnership with Tier-1 global financial institutions.We bridge Small Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) with global network partner banks on B2B transactions- International transactional accounts, cross-border payments and currency exchange- Straightforward & Efficient account opening process - Remote verification, with no travel required - Dedicated, multi−currency and single-currency bank accounts in multiple jurisdictions- A simple and intuitive online banking platform allows clients to manage multiple accounts via a single interfaceApply today and we’ll get back to you within one business day. Start your application at: https://www.brucbond.com/apply/apply Or contact us via email at: info@brucbond.com

WESTPAC16,305 +65 6530 9898

Westpac is Australia’s oldest bank and company, one of four major banking organisations in Australia and one of the largest banks in New Zealand. We provide a broad range of banking and financial services in these markets, including consumer, business and institutional banking and wealth management services. We also have offices in key financial centres around the world including London, New York, Hong Kong and Singapore.Westpac Groups portfolio of financial services brands and businesses is focused on our vision, which is To be one of the world’s great service companies, helping our customers, communities and people to prosper and grow.”We welcome your contributions to our page. Please check our guidelines before you join the conversation: https://www.westpac.com.au/contact-us/social-media/ Westpac acknowledges the traditional owners as the custodians of this land, recognising their connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to Australias First Peoples, and to their Elders, past, present and future.Westpac Banking Corporation ABN 33 007 457 141. AFSL and Australian credit licence 233714.

DBS BANK31,927 +65 800 852 6186

DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. The banks AA- and Aa1 credit ratings are among the highest in the world.Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s Best Bank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia“ award by Global Finance for 14 consecutive years from 2009 to 2022.DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets. DBS is committed to building lasting relationships with customers, as it banks the Asian way. Through the DBS Foundation, the bank creates impact beyond banking by supporting social enterprises: businesses with a double bottom-line of profit and social and/or environmental impact. DBS Foundation also gives back to society in various ways, including equipping communities with future-ready skills and building food resilience.With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities. For more information, please visit www.dbs.com

Top Banking Companies in Singapore

Top Singapore Companies in Banking Sector

THE BANK OF NOVA SCOTIA

The Bank of Nova Scotia was established in 1832, and it is headquartered in Canada. It provides a wide range of financial products and services through personal, commercial, corporate, and investment banking. Its business is divided into four divisions: Canadian Banking, International Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Other. Group treasury, minor operational segments, and business line elimination items are all included in the Other segment. The Bank of Nova Scotia Singapore is a subsidiary of BNS Asia Limited. The Bank of Nova Scotia has an international footprint in more than 50 countries.

BANK OF CHINA LIMITED

Bank of China Limited was incorporated in 1912. The bank assumes responsibilities as China’s central bank, international exchange bank, and specialized international commerce bank. It provides financial and banking services: Corporate Banking, Personal Banking, Treasury Operations, Investment Banking, Insurance, and Others are its business segments. Bank of China Limited is responsible for managing China's foreign exchange operations, and offers support to the nation's foreign trade development and economic infrastructure by supplying international trade settlement, overseas fund transfers, and other non-trade foreign exchange services.

CREDIT AGRICOLE CORPORATE AND INVESTMENT BANK

Established in 2004, Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank is a subsidiary of Crédit Agricole Group. It specializes in capital markets, investment and corporate banking. The bank serves clients across the globe, providing for their financial needs throughout Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and North Africa. Crédit Agricole provides a wide range of capital markets, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking, and international trade products and services to its large corporate and institutional clients.

BANCO SANTANDER, S.A.

Banco Santander S.A., which was incorporated in 1857, is a large retail and commercial bank headquartered in Spain. It provides retail, commercial, and private banking services, as well as asset management services. Consumer credit, mortgage loans, lease financing, factoring, mutual funds, pension funds, insurance, commercial credit, investment banking services, structured finance, and mergers and acquisitions assistance are also provided by the bank. Banco Santander has a significant presence in Europe and the Americas.

CHINA CONSTRUCTION BANK CORPORATION SINGAPORE BRANCH

China Construction Bank Corporation Singapore Branch is a multinational Chinese commercial bank which was established in 1954. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including personal banking, corporate banking, investment banking, and wealth management. China Construction Bank has almost 200 subsidiaries in 31 countries and regions, offering fund management, financial leasing, trust, insurance, futures, pension, and investment banking. China Construction Bank offers a wide range of financial services to Singapore companies as well as medium-to-large Chinese firms in the areas of corporate finance, trade finance, and investment banking through domestic branches in China and local banks in Singapore.

INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA LIMITED

Incorporated in 1984, the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Ltd. (ICBC) is a commercial bank in China. It offers a wide range of financial products and services such as corporate loans, trade finance, deposit-taking operations, corporate wealth management services, custody services, and various types of corporate intermediary services to firms, government agencies, and financial institutions. The Industrial and Commercial Bank of China was named first among the Top 1000 World Banks by The Banker, first in the Global 2000 by Forbes, first in the list of commercial banks of the Global 500 by Fortune, and first in the list of Top 500 Banking Brands by Brand Finance.

AGRICULTURAL BANK OF CHINA LIMITED

Agricultural Bank of China Limited was incorporated in 1951. The bank has progressed from a state-owned specialist bank to a commercial bank and then to a state-controlled commercial bank. The bank offers a diversified business and retail banking service, as well as treasury operations and asset management services, to a diverse customer base. It has 16 significant subsidiaries, 11 of which are local and five based overseas. The Agricultural Bank of China was reorganized as a joint-stock limited liability corporation in 2019. Since 2014, the Financial Stability Board has added the Agricultural Bank of China to its list of Global Systemically Important Banks for seven years in a row.

MUFG BANK, LTD. SINGAPORE BRANCH

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Organization Bank Ltd. (MUFG) is a leading financial firm which was established in 2001. MUFG has global offices in more than 50 countries and is headquartered in Japan. MUFG’s Asia Pacific regional headquarters were established in 2013. It has developed partnerships with important banks such as VietinBank in Vietnam, Krungsri in Thailand, Security Bank in the Philippines, and Bank Danamon in Indonesia. Global Corporate and Investment Banking, Japanese Corporate Banking, and Global Markets are the key businesses of MUFG Bank. It provides commercial banking, trust banking, securities, credit cards, consumer financing, asset management, and leasing services as well.

MIZUHO BANK, LTD.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. is a subsidiary of Mizuho Financial Group, Inc., a holding company that offers financial services including banking, trust banking, and securities. Mizuho Bank was incorporated in 2013 and is headquartered in Japan. It also provides real estate, securitization, structured finance, pension and asset management, and stock transfer agency services. Mizuho Bank offers a wide range of financial goods and services to individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, large organizations, financial firms, and public sector agencies. Mizuho Bank won the Yen Bond House of the Year Award From 2018 to 2021, Best Asian International Transaction Bank in Asia Pacific from 2019 to 2021, and Greenwich Excellence Award for US Large Corporate Finance in 2021.

MAYBANK SINGAPORE LIMITED

Incorporated in 1960, Maybank Singapore Limited is the fourth largest bank by assets in Southeast Asia. It provides a wide range of products and services to people, enterprises, and organizations, including consumer and corporate banking, investment banking, Islamic banking, stock broking, insurance and takaful, and asset management. Maybank's Singapore branch is responsible for Global Banking activities such as loans and financing, trade finance, deposits, corporate operating accounts, remittances, and the Global Markets business. Maybank Singapore has won the Global Private Banking Innovation Awards 2020, Excellent Service Award, and the 31st Annual Private Banker International Global Wealth Awards in 2021.

AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND BANKING GROUP LIMITED

Australia and New Zealand Banking Group Limited was formed with the merger of the Bank of Australasia and the Union Bank of Australia. Headquartered in Australia, it offers a variety of products and services to customers via the bank’s branch network, mortgage specialists, contact centres, self-service channels, third-party brokers, and financial planning services. It also offers asset financing to medium-to-large commercial clients, agribusiness clients, small business owners, high-net-worth individuals, and family groups.

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION SINGAPORE BRANCH

Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, a financial firm headquartered in Japan, is a key member of the Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group). It collaborates across the SMBC Group to provide personal, corporate, and investment banking services to its network of 40 countries and territories. The Singapore branch of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation was formed in 1963, and the bank's Asia-Pacific regional headquarters were established in 2008. It offers financial goods and services to a diverse clientele that includes individuals, small and medium-sized businesses, major organizations, financial institutions, and public sector entities.

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By Gerald Bong
Published on 07 August 2023