Public Bank Berhad is one of Malaysia’s leading banking groups, founded in 1966 by Tan Sri Dato’ Seri Dr. Teh Hong Piow. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur and listed on Bursa Malaysia, the bank has grown into a full-service financial institution renowned for its conservative risk management and customer-centric approach. Its core markets encompass Malaysia as well as select regional hubs, positioning the group as a key player in Southeast Asia’s banking landscape.
The group’s principal activities span retail and commercial banking, where it provides deposit accounts, personal and business loans, credit cards, and trade financing. Public Bank also offers treasury and capital markets services, including foreign exchange, derivatives, and fund management. In addition, the bank operates an Islamic banking arm, catering to Shariah-compliant financing needs through products such as Islamic deposits, sukuk, and project financing.
Public Bank has established an international footprint, with subsidiaries and branches in Hong Kong, Cambodia, Vietnam, Laos, Sri Lanka, China, and the British Virgin Islands, as well as representative offices in London, Shanghai, and Taipei. This network enables the group to serve corporate clients engaged in cross-border trade and to support expatriate communities with tailored banking solutions.
Governance and leadership at Public Bank are anchored in its founding principles of prudence and transparency. While Dr. Teh Hong Piow remains founder and chairman emeritus, day-to-day operations are overseen by Tan Sri Dato’ Sri Tay Ah Lek, the Group President and Chief Executive Officer. Under their stewardship, the bank continues to focus on sustainable growth, digital innovation, and the delivery of consistent service quality across all its markets.
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