SVB Financial Group (OTCMKTS:SIVPQ) operates as the parent company of Silicon Valley Bank, a commercial bank focused on serving technology, life sciences, cleantech, venture capital, private equity and premium wine industries. Founded in 1983 and headquartered in Santa Clara, California, the firm has grown from a regional lender to a global financial services provider. Over the years, SVB Financial Group expanded its capabilities through strategic acquisitions and the development of specialized units targeting innovation-driven enterprises.
The company’s core offerings encompass commercial banking, loan financing, treasury and cash management, foreign exchange and trade finance. In addition to lending services, SVB Financial Group provides investment banking and advisory services, assisting clients with debt and equity financing, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic capital raising. Wealth management and private banking services are also available to executives, investors and entrepreneurs associated with its commercial client base. Through SVB Private, the firm delivers tailored wealth planning, trust and fiduciary services designed for high-net-worth individuals in the innovation ecosystem.
With a presence spanning the United States, Europe, Asia and select markets in the Americas, SVB Financial Group serves more than 30,000 clients worldwide. Its international footprint includes offices in key technology hubs such as London, Shanghai, Bengaluru and Tel Aviv, enabling localized support for cross-border transactions and global expansion. The company is governed by a board of directors and led by an experienced management team with deep expertise in banking, venture capital and technology. This leadership structure aims to ensure alignment with the needs of growth-stage enterprises and the evolving demands of global innovation markets.
