BNP Paribas Group

A leader in the European Union and present worldwide

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The BNP Paribas Group is the leading bank in the European Union and an important international finance institute on a global level. The Group is represented in 63 countries and locations and employs 178,000 staff members. 

BNP Paribas, a global European leader

BNP Paribas, the European leader in banking and financial services, is present in 64 countries and territories and employs nearly 178,000 people. The Group holds key positions in several areas of banking and financial services that are structured around three operating divisions:  

  • Corporate & Institutional Banking (CIB), connects companies needing financing and institutional clients looking for investment opportunities;  
  • Commercial, Personal Banking & Services (CPBS), brings together all our commercial banks and several specialised businesses;
  • Investment & Protection Services (IPS), unites our protection, savings, investment and real estate services activities.  

BNP Paribas’ operating divisions are organised to intensify cooperation between the business lines: a global and joint approach makes it possible to enrich the expertise offered to our clients, to advise and support them throughout a long-term relationship. 

A diversified and integrated business model  

With the strength of a solid diversified and integrated model, the Group supports all its clients (individuals, professionals, companies and institutions) in their development and the success of their projects through financing, investment, savings and protection solutions.

To this end, the Group leverages leading platforms and businesses in Europe as well as a strong international presence, particularly in the Americas and Asia-Pacific.

BNP Paribas also implements a Social and Environmental Responsibility approach in all its activities, enabling it to contribute to the construction of a sustainable future, while ensuring the Group’s performance and stability

The history of the BNP Paribas Group

The largest bank in the European Union

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