Svenska Handelsbanken Ab Publ (OTCMKTS:SVNLY), commonly known as Handelsbanken, is a Swedish full‐service bank founded in 1871. Headquartered in Stockholm, the institution offers a broad range of financial and banking services to personal, corporate and institutional clients. Through its listings on Nasdaq Stockholm and as an over‐the‐counter securities on OTCMKTS under the ticker SVNLY, Handelsbanken is recognized for its stable business model and conservative risk profile.
The bank’s core activities encompass retail banking, corporate banking, and wealth management. Retail customers benefit from deposit accounts, mortgage lending, consumer finance and digital banking platforms designed for ease of use and security. On the corporate side, Handelsbanken provides working capital solutions, term loans, trade finance, and treasury services. The wealth management division delivers investment advice, discretionary portfolio management, and custody services through a network of local branch offices and dedicated relationship managers.
Handelsbanken has pursued a selective international expansion strategy, with operations across the Nordic region, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Switzerland. Each local branch operates with a high degree of autonomy to tailor services to regional market needs, while a centralized risk framework ensures consistent credit assessment and regulatory compliance. The bank’s presence in multiple markets allows it to serve multinational clients and tap into diverse economic environments.
Governance at Handelsbanken emphasizes long‐term value creation and prudent management. Under the leadership of President and CEO Carina Åkerström, the bank continues to refine its decentralized model and invest in digital transformation, aiming to strengthen customer relationships and operational efficiency. With a history spanning more than 150 years, Svenska Handelsbanken remains committed to sustainable growth and maintaining a strong capital base.
