DNB Bank ASA is the largest financial services group in Norway, offering a broad range of banking and financial products to retail, corporate and institutional clients. Headquartered in Oslo, the company provides core services such as deposit accounts, lending and payment solutions, complemented by credit card and mortgage offerings. As a universal bank, DNB seeks to serve customers at every stage of life and business development through an integrated platform that spans everyday banking to complex corporate financing.
In addition to traditional banking, DNB delivers insurance and asset management services via dedicated subsidiaries. Its life and non‐life insurance businesses cover personal and commercial risks, while its asset management arm offers mutual funds, pension products and tailored investment advisory services. The bank also maintains a prominent presence in global shipping, energy and offshore financing, reflecting Norway’s strong maritime and petroleum heritage.
Formed in 2003 through the merger of Den norske Bank and Gjensidige NOR, DNB traces its roots back to the 19th century savings institutions that laid the foundation for modern Norwegian banking. Over time, the group has expanded internationally, establishing offices and branches across Europe, North America and Asia to support cross‐border trade and investment flows for its corporate clients.
Under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer Kjerstin Braathen, who assumed the role in 2020, DNB continues to invest in digital banking platforms and sustainability initiatives. The bank’s governance framework emphasizes risk management, corporate responsibility and alignment with global environmental standards, reflecting its commitment to long‐term value creation for customers, shareholders and the communities it serves.
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