Oversea-Chinese Banking Corporation (OCBC) is a Singapore-based financial services group offering a comprehensive range of consumer, corporate and institutional banking services. The company’s core activities include retail banking, commercial banking, investment banking, treasury and market solutions, as well as asset management and insurance through its subsidiaries. OCBC provides deposit accounts, mortgages, loans, trade finance and cash management for individual and business clients, complemented by wealth management products and structured investment solutions.
Founded in 1932 through the merger of Chinese Commercial Bank Limited, Ho Hong Bank Limited and Oversea Bank Limited, OCBC is one of the world’s oldest and most established banks. Over the decades, the bank has broadened its service offerings to include digital banking platforms, Islamic finance and a suite of insurance products via its life insurance arm. OCBC’s legacy of stability and prudent risk management has underpinned its growth through regional and global financial cycles.
OCBC maintains a strong presence across Southeast Asia, with operations in Singapore, Malaysia and Indonesia, and an expanding footprint in Greater China, including Hong Kong, Shanghai and Beijing. The bank also serves international markets through branches and offices in key financial centers such as London, New York and Dubai. This geographical reach enables OCBC to facilitate cross-border trade, offer multicurrency solutions and support clients in diverse markets.
The bank is governed by a board of directors and led by an executive management team responsible for strategic direction and day-to-day operations. With a focus on innovation and customer centricity, OCBC continues to invest in technology and sustainable finance initiatives, aiming to enhance digital services and support environmentally responsible projects across its markets.
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