British International Investment is a development finance institution and impact investor based in London, United Kingdom. Established in 1948 and wholly owned by the UK Government's Department for International Development, BII aims to foster long-term economic growth and sustainability in emerging markets, particularly in Africa and South Asia. The institution invests across various sectors, including infrastructure, health, and agribusiness, with a focus on job creation and business development. BII provides financial support through debt, equity capital, and mezzanine financing, both directly and via intermediaries, catering to a wide range of industries such as distribution, education, consulting, logistics, and electronics.
Managing Director and Head of Direct Private Equity
Benson Adenuga
Head of Office and Coverage Director, Nigeria and Member of Investment teams
Andrew Brown
Managing Director and Deputy Chief Investment Officer
Leandro Cuccioli
Director and Head of Manufacturing, Agribusiness and Forestry
Seema Dhanani
Head of Kenya and Coverage Director East Africa
Hayley Fenton
Investment Associate, Infrastructure - Energy Access and Efficiency
Jo Fry
Investment Director and Head of Intermediated Financial services
Craig Gifford
Head of Private Equity Funds and Co-Investments
Diana Kolar
Investment Manager, Innovative Finance
Maria Largey
Managing Director, Chief Impact Officer and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee
Srinivasan Nagarajan
Managing Director, Head of Asia and Member of the Investment and Executive Committee
Stephen Priestley
Managing Director, Financial Services Group
Rehan Rashid
Country Director, Bangladesh
Sherine Shohdy
Head of Egypt Office and Coverage Director
Abhinav Sinha
Managing Director
Tenbite Ermias
Managing Director, Africa
Chirantan Patnaik
Director, Venture Capital
Kwabena Asante-Poku
Coverage Director for Ghana and Member of Investment teams
Roman Frenkel
Director and Head of Food, Agriculture and Natural Capital
Past deals in Banks
Habib Bank
Debt Financing in 2025
Habib Bank Limited is a prominent financial institution based in Karachi, Pakistan, founded in 1941. The bank provides a wide range of services, including corporate and commercial banking, small and medium enterprises banking, global treasury, investment banking, Islamic banking, cash management, and asset management. With a strong focus on corporate banking, Habib Bank also has a robust investment banking division that specializes in project finance, debt capital markets, syndications, securitizations, capital raising, restructurings, and mergers and acquisitions. The institution is well-positioned to serve the diverse financial needs of its clients across various sectors.
Sanima Bank
Post in 2025
Sanima Bank Limited, established in 2004 and based in Kathmandu, Nepal, offers a wide range of banking products and financial services to both corporate and retail customers. The bank provides various retail banking services, including savings accounts, current accounts, fixed deposits, and remittance accounts. It also extends credit facilities to individuals, such as home loans, education loans, auto loans, and personal loans, as well as specialized loans for microenterprises and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). For corporate clients, Sanima Bank offers project financing, term loans, and trade finance services. Additionally, the bank features digital banking options, credit cards, and life insurance products, catering to the diverse financial needs of its clientele.
TymeBank
Series D in 2024
TymeBank is a subsidiary of the Tyme Group, specializing in financial technology and digital banking solutions aimed at the lower-income market. The bank offers accessible financial services with a focus on minimal fees, allowing customers to open secure personal and business accounts online. TymeBank's digital platform provides a range of services, including transactional and savings accounts, with features such as free card swipes and competitive interest rates. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, TymeBank serves over 15 million customers, helping them manage their banking needs with ease and efficiency.
Arab African International Bank
Debt Financing in 2024
Arab African International Bank is a banking institution based in Cairo, Egypt, offering a wide range of financial services. These services include personal and commercial banking, credit cards, payroll solutions, consumer finance, and business loans for small enterprises. The bank aims to meet the diverse financial needs of its clients by providing tailored solutions in corporate finance and wealth management. Through its comprehensive service offerings, Arab African International Bank supports both individual and business clients in achieving their financial goals.
Ecobank
Post in 2024
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), a public limited liability company under a private sector initiative spearheaded by the Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry with the support of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). In the early 1980’s foreign and state-owned banks dominated the banking industry in West Africa. Commercial banks in West Africa owned and managed by the African private sector were a rarity. Its founders created ETI with the objective of filling this vacuum. The Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce promoted and initiated a project to create a private, regional banking institution in West Africa. In 1984, Ecopromotions S.A. was incorporated. Its founding shareholders raised seed capital for feasibility studies and the promotional activities leading to the creation of ETI. In October 1985, ETI was incorporated with authorised capital of US$100 million. The initial paid up capital of US$32 million was raised from over 1,500 individuals and institutions from West African countries. The largest shareholder was the ECOWAS Fund for Cooperation, Compensation and Development (ECOWAS Fund), the development finance arm of ECOWAS. Ecobank signed a Headquarters’ Agreement with the Government of Togo in 1985, which granted it the status of an international organisation. This status came with the rights and privileges necessary for ETI to operate as a regional institution, including the status of a non-resident financial institution. ETI commenced operations with its first subsidiary in Togo in March 1988.
Access Bank
Debt Financing in 2023
Access Bank, established in 1988 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, is a commercial bank that offers a wide range of banking products and services to individual and business customers. The bank operates in Ghana and provides various accounts, including standard savings and current accounts, as well as specialized options such as access advantage and premier accounts. Access Bank also offers online banking services, facilitating ATM transactions, online access, point-of-sale terminal services, bill payments, and Western Union money transfers. In addition to personal banking, the bank provides corporate and investment banking, commercial and business banking services, along with mortgage loans and sustainable international banking solutions.
Dashen Bank
Debt Financing in 2023
Dashen Bank is a commercial bank based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, established in 1995. It provides a range of financial services, including saving deposits, current deposits, and fixed time deposits. The bank also offers various loan products such as consumer loans, term loans, merchandise loans, project loans, and overdraft facilities. In addition to traditional banking services, Dashen Bank features interest-free banking options and digital banking solutions, catering to the diverse needs of its customers. The bank is involved in international trade and provides guarantees, enhancing its role in the financial landscape of Ethiopia.
TymeBank
Series C in 2023
TymeBank is a subsidiary of the Tyme Group, specializing in financial technology and digital banking solutions aimed at the lower-income market. The bank offers accessible financial services with a focus on minimal fees, allowing customers to open secure personal and business accounts online. TymeBank's digital platform provides a range of services, including transactional and savings accounts, with features such as free card swipes and competitive interest rates. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, TymeBank serves over 15 million customers, helping them manage their banking needs with ease and efficiency.
Standard Chartered
Debt Financing in 2023
Standard Chartered PLC, a multinational banking and financial services company, operates globally with a significant presence in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. It offers a broad range of banking products and services through four primary segments: Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. The company serves a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and individuals. Its services encompass retail products like deposits, savings, mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans; wealth management products and services; transaction banking services; corporate finance products and services; and financial market services. Standard Chartered also provides digital banking solutions. With approximately 1,026 branches worldwide, the company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
Banque du Caire
Debt Financing in 2023
Banque du Caire, founded in 1952 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt, is a commercial bank that offers a range of banking services for individuals, businesses, and corporations. The bank provides various financial products, including accounts, deposits, retail and personal loans, microfinance, and bancassurance. Additionally, Banque du Caire offers investment and treasury management services, alongside modern banking solutions such as online banking, phone banking, and a mobile banking app. Through these services, the bank aims to cater to the diverse financial needs of its clients while fostering economic growth in the region.
Zambia National Commercial Bank
Debt Financing in 2022
Zambia National Commercial Bank Plc, founded in 1969 and headquartered in Lusaka, provides a comprehensive range of retail and commercial banking services across Zambia. The bank operates through three primary segments: Retail Banking, Corporate Banking, and Treasury Management. It offers various account types, including savings, current, and fixed deposit accounts, alongside personal and term loans, trade financing, and mortgages. Additionally, Zambia National Commercial Bank provides debit and credit cards, digital banking solutions, and cash management services. Its clientele includes individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, large corporations, government entities, and the agricultural sector. With a network of 69 branches, around 200 automated teller machines, and 2,000 point-of-sale terminals, the bank aims to meet the diverse financial needs of the Zambian economy.
Pubali Bank
Debt Financing in 2022
Pubali Bank is a prominent commercial bank in Bangladesh, contributing significantly to the socio-economic and industrial development of the country through effective fund mobilization. The bank offers a wide range of deposit products, including savings accounts, fixed deposits, and foreign currency accounts, catering to the diverse needs of its customers. Additionally, Pubali Bank provides various personal loans, such as car loans, home renovation loans, and education loans, to support individual financial needs. The bank operates through multiple segments, including Conventional Banking, Islamic Banking, and Off-shore Banking, allowing it to serve a broad clientele effectively. By focusing on both personal and commercial banking services, Pubali Bank plays a crucial role in enhancing the overall economic landscape of Bangladesh.
NMB Bank
Post in 2022
NMB Bank Ltd is a prominent financial institution in Nepal, offering a wide range of banking products and services. Its offerings include accounts and deposits, loans, credit cards, remittance services, insurance products, and priority banking. The bank operates through various divisions, such as retail banking, small and medium enterprises (SME) and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME), corporate banking, deprived sector banking, and treasury services. NMB Bank also provides online banking solutions, including mobile banking and NMB 3D secure, facilitating convenient access for its customers to manage their finances and apply for services like savings accounts and credit cards.
Equity Group Holdings
Post in 2022
Equity Group Holdings is a financial services provider based in Nairobi, Kenya. It operates primarily through Equity Bank Kenya, which is a licensed commercial bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kenya. Equity Bank Kenya was established in 2014 following a corporate restructure of Equity Group Holdings Limited. The organization offers a range of banking and financial services aimed at various customer segments, contributing to the financial inclusion and economic empowerment of individuals and businesses in the region.
TymeBank
Series B in 2021
TymeBank is a subsidiary of the Tyme Group, specializing in financial technology and digital banking solutions aimed at the lower-income market. The bank offers accessible financial services with a focus on minimal fees, allowing customers to open secure personal and business accounts online. TymeBank's digital platform provides a range of services, including transactional and savings accounts, with features such as free card swipes and competitive interest rates. By prioritizing affordability and convenience, TymeBank serves over 15 million customers, helping them manage their banking needs with ease and efficiency.
Citibank UK
Debt Financing in 2021
Citibank UK offers banking, wealth management, and financial services.
Global IME Bank
Debt Financing in 2021
Global IME Bank operates as a commercial bank in Nepal, offering a comprehensive range of banking services. The bank provides various deposit products, including savings accounts, fixed deposits, and current accounts. Its lending portfolio features a variety of commercial loans, such as demand loans, cash credits, overdrafts, and term loans, alongside personal and retail credit options. Additionally, Global IME Bank facilitates trade finance and remittance services, ensuring a complete banking experience for its customers. The bank also offers modern conveniences such as internet and mobile banking services to enhance customer accessibility and satisfaction.
Societe Generale
Post in 2021
Societe Generale is a prominent financial services organization founded in 1864 and headquartered in Paris, France. With a strong international presence, particularly in the UK since 1871, it offers a wide range of services including retail, corporate, and investment banking. The firm specializes in areas such as capital markets, securities, underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, derivatives, trading, as well as clearing, settlement, and custodial services. Societe Generale serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including financial institutions, energy, utilities, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company prioritizes innovation in its offerings to empower clients in both their personal and professional endeavors, while also actively engaging in community support initiatives through its corporate social responsibility programs. Employing approximately 4,300 individuals in the UK, Societe Generale is committed to fostering strong relationships with corporate entities, investors, and government organizations to enhance its service delivery.
Prime Bank
Debt Financing in 2021
Prime Bank, is a local commercial bank in Bangladesh.
Commercial Bank of Ceylon
Post in 2021
Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC is a prominent financial institution based in Colombo, Sri Lanka, with operations extending to Bangladesh. Established in 1920, the bank provides a comprehensive range of commercial banking products and services through various segments, including Personal Banking, Corporate Banking, and International operations. Its offerings encompass current and savings accounts, fixed deposits, loans (such as home and personal loans), credit and debit cards, and treasury services. The bank also engages in investment banking, trade finance, and foreign exchange services. Additionally, it provides digital banking solutions, including mobile and online banking, as well as innovative services like WhatsApp banking and e-passbooks. With a network of 287 branches and 865 ATMs, Commercial Bank of Ceylon is committed to delivering accessible financial solutions while also offering products such as bancassurance and Islamic banking.
Ecobank
Post in 2021
Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI), a public limited liability company under a private sector initiative spearheaded by the Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce and Industry with the support of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). In the early 1980’s foreign and state-owned banks dominated the banking industry in West Africa. Commercial banks in West Africa owned and managed by the African private sector were a rarity. Its founders created ETI with the objective of filling this vacuum. The Federation of West African Chambers of Commerce promoted and initiated a project to create a private, regional banking institution in West Africa. In 1984, Ecopromotions S.A. was incorporated. Its founding shareholders raised seed capital for feasibility studies and the promotional activities leading to the creation of ETI. In October 1985, ETI was incorporated with authorised capital of US$100 million. The initial paid up capital of US$32 million was raised from over 1,500 individuals and institutions from West African countries. The largest shareholder was the ECOWAS Fund for Cooperation, Compensation and Development (ECOWAS Fund), the development finance arm of ECOWAS. Ecobank signed a Headquarters’ Agreement with the Government of Togo in 1985, which granted it the status of an international organisation. This status came with the rights and privileges necessary for ETI to operate as a regional institution, including the status of a non-resident financial institution. ETI commenced operations with its first subsidiary in Togo in March 1988.
The City Bank
Debt Financing in 2021
From 1983 till date, City Bank has been a case study in evolution, having transformed over time from a traditional organization to a critically acclaimed multi-faceted institution that embraces global best practices and chooses to be at the forefront of technological initiatives. Unlike many, the Bank's criteria for success are not only the bottom-line numbers but also the milestones set towards becoming the most complete bank in the country.
Absa
Funding Round in 2021
Absa is a prominent financial services group based in Johannesburg, South Africa, offering a comprehensive range of banking and financial products tailored to meet the needs of personal, commercial, and corporate customers. The bank provides personal banking services, including savings and current accounts, credit cards, home loans, and various investment products, along with electronic banking solutions. For business and corporate clients, Absa delivers services such as commercial property finance, asset finance, term loans, and trade products, as well as specialized solutions for sectors like agriculture, tourism, and public services. Established in 1991, Absa strives to address local challenges through its diverse offerings in retail, business, corporate, investment, and wealth banking, alongside insurance services.
Habib Bank UK
Debt Financing in 2021
HBL Bank UK takes great pride in providing banking services to meet your financial needs.
Bank Of Africa
Post in 2020
Bank of Africa is a prominent banking institution founded in 1959 and headquartered in Casablanca, Morocco. It offers a wide range of banking products and services tailored for individuals, professionals, and businesses, both domestically and internationally. The bank's offerings include various types of accounts, term deposits, credit cards, and financing solutions, as well as insurance and investment funding services. Additionally, Bank of Africa provides cash management, payment processing, international transactions, and electronic banking services, along with specialized support for SMEs and employees. The bank also engages in corporate finance, asset management, securities brokerage, and wealth management. With a network of approximately 1,800 branches, Bank of Africa plays a significant role in the financial landscape. Committed to corporate social responsibility, it actively supports environmental conservation and educational initiatives for underprivileged children in rural areas. The institution was formerly known as Banque Marocaine du Commerce Extérieur until its rebranding in March 2020.
RBL Bank
Post in 2020
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.
Absa
Debt Financing in 2020
Absa is a prominent financial services group based in Johannesburg, South Africa, offering a comprehensive range of banking and financial products tailored to meet the needs of personal, commercial, and corporate customers. The bank provides personal banking services, including savings and current accounts, credit cards, home loans, and various investment products, along with electronic banking solutions. For business and corporate clients, Absa delivers services such as commercial property finance, asset finance, term loans, and trade products, as well as specialized solutions for sectors like agriculture, tourism, and public services. Established in 1991, Absa strives to address local challenges through its diverse offerings in retail, business, corporate, investment, and wealth banking, alongside insurance services.
Commercial International Bank
Post in 2020
Commercial International Bank (CIB) is a leading commercial bank established in 1975 and headquartered in Cairo, Egypt. Originally formed as a joint venture between the National Bank of Egypt and Chase Manhattan Bank, CIB has grown to become the most profitable commercial bank in Egypt over the past four decades. The bank offers a wide range of financial services, including deposits, savings accounts, loans, private banking, and e-banking. It caters to both individual customers and large corporations, providing corporate banking products such as project finance, structured trade finance, working capital finance, syndicated loans, letters of credit, and guarantees. CIB is renowned for its strong brand equity, superior management, high operating standards, and commitment to corporate governance best practices.
Societe Generale
Post in 2020
Societe Generale is a prominent financial services organization founded in 1864 and headquartered in Paris, France. With a strong international presence, particularly in the UK since 1871, it offers a wide range of services including retail, corporate, and investment banking. The firm specializes in areas such as capital markets, securities, underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, derivatives, trading, as well as clearing, settlement, and custodial services. Societe Generale serves a diverse clientele across various sectors, including financial institutions, energy, utilities, telecommunications, and aerospace. The company prioritizes innovation in its offerings to empower clients in both their personal and professional endeavors, while also actively engaging in community support initiatives through its corporate social responsibility programs. Employing approximately 4,300 individuals in the UK, Societe Generale is committed to fostering strong relationships with corporate entities, investors, and government organizations to enhance its service delivery.
Absa
Debt Financing in 2019
Absa is a prominent financial services group based in Johannesburg, South Africa, offering a comprehensive range of banking and financial products tailored to meet the needs of personal, commercial, and corporate customers. The bank provides personal banking services, including savings and current accounts, credit cards, home loans, and various investment products, along with electronic banking solutions. For business and corporate clients, Absa delivers services such as commercial property finance, asset finance, term loans, and trade products, as well as specialized solutions for sectors like agriculture, tourism, and public services. Established in 1991, Absa strives to address local challenges through its diverse offerings in retail, business, corporate, investment, and wealth banking, alongside insurance services.
FirstRand Bank
Post in 2019
FirstRand Bank, established in 1998, is a prominent financial services provider based in Sandton, South Africa. It offers a wide range of banking, insurance, and investment products and services to retail, commercial, corporate, and public sector customers, both domestically and across various African countries. The company operates through several divisions, including First National Bank (FNB) for retail and commercial banking, Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) for corporate and investment banking, WesBank for installment finance, and Ashburton Investments for investment management. Its services span deposit products, loans, credit facilities, investment products, transactional services, insurance, advisory services, and wealth management, catering to a diverse client base that includes consumers, small businesses, medium corporates, parastatals, government entities, and the agricultural sector.
BRAC Bank
Debt Financing in 2019
BRAC Bank Limited is a prominent banking institution in Bangladesh that offers a wide range of commercial banking products and services. The bank caters to various customer segments, including retail, wholesale, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and expatriates. It provides an array of deposit products, such as current accounts, savings accounts, fixed deposits, and SME deposits. Additionally, BRAC Bank has a diverse loan portfolio that includes personal loans, auto loans, home loans, and secured loans or overdrafts. The bank also engages in non-banking services, offering guarantees and term loans, as well as brokerage services for local institutions, retail clients, and non-resident Bangladeshis. Its operations are structured into several segments, including retail, corporate, and treasury, enabling it to effectively serve its diverse clientele.
Absa
Debt Financing in 2019
Absa is a prominent financial services group based in Johannesburg, South Africa, offering a comprehensive range of banking and financial products tailored to meet the needs of personal, commercial, and corporate customers. The bank provides personal banking services, including savings and current accounts, credit cards, home loans, and various investment products, along with electronic banking solutions. For business and corporate clients, Absa delivers services such as commercial property finance, asset finance, term loans, and trade products, as well as specialized solutions for sectors like agriculture, tourism, and public services. Established in 1991, Absa strives to address local challenges through its diverse offerings in retail, business, corporate, investment, and wealth banking, alongside insurance services.
Bank Of Africa
Post in 2019
Bank of Africa is a prominent banking institution founded in 1959 and headquartered in Casablanca, Morocco. It offers a wide range of banking products and services tailored for individuals, professionals, and businesses, both domestically and internationally. The bank's offerings include various types of accounts, term deposits, credit cards, and financing solutions, as well as insurance and investment funding services. Additionally, Bank of Africa provides cash management, payment processing, international transactions, and electronic banking services, along with specialized support for SMEs and employees. The bank also engages in corporate finance, asset management, securities brokerage, and wealth management. With a network of approximately 1,800 branches, Bank of Africa plays a significant role in the financial landscape. Committed to corporate social responsibility, it actively supports environmental conservation and educational initiatives for underprivileged children in rural areas. The institution was formerly known as Banque Marocaine du Commerce Extérieur until its rebranding in March 2020.
Access Bank
Post in 2019
Access Bank, established in 1988 and headquartered in Lagos, Nigeria, is a commercial bank that offers a wide range of banking products and services to individual and business customers. The bank operates in Ghana and provides various accounts, including standard savings and current accounts, as well as specialized options such as access advantage and premier accounts. Access Bank also offers online banking services, facilitating ATM transactions, online access, point-of-sale terminal services, bill payments, and Western Union money transfers. In addition to personal banking, the bank provides corporate and investment banking, commercial and business banking services, along with mortgage loans and sustainable international banking solutions.
NMB Bank
Debt Financing in 2018
NMB Bank Ltd is a prominent financial institution in Nepal, offering a wide range of banking products and services. Its offerings include accounts and deposits, loans, credit cards, remittance services, insurance products, and priority banking. The bank operates through various divisions, such as retail banking, small and medium enterprises (SME) and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSME), corporate banking, deprived sector banking, and treasury services. NMB Bank also provides online banking solutions, including mobile banking and NMB 3D secure, facilitating convenient access for its customers to manage their finances and apply for services like savings accounts and credit cards.
Standard Chartered
Post in 2018
Standard Chartered PLC, a multinational banking and financial services company, operates globally with a significant presence in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. It offers a broad range of banking products and services through four primary segments: Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. The company serves a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and individuals. Its services encompass retail products like deposits, savings, mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans; wealth management products and services; transaction banking services; corporate finance products and services; and financial market services. Standard Chartered also provides digital banking solutions. With approximately 1,026 branches worldwide, the company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Venture Round in 2017
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution in India that offers a variety of financial products and services tailored to meet the needs of retail, institutional, and corporate clients. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and various loan options such as housing, personal, business, agricultural, and MSME loans. Additionally, the bank provides microbanking services, overdrafts against fixed deposits, and wholesale lending. Utkarsh Small Finance Bank also facilitates remittance services, including NEFT and RTGS, and offers digital banking solutions through ATMs, internet, and mobile banking. The bank is further engaged in treasury operations and the distribution of third-party financial products like insurance and mutual funds. As of March 31, 2020, Utkarsh Small Finance Bank operated a network of 507 branches and 177 ATMs across 15 states and 2 union territories in India. Headquartered in Varanasi, it was incorporated in 2016 and is a subsidiary of Utkarsh CoreInvest Limited.
RBL Bank
Post in 2017
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Debt Financing in 2017
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution in India that offers a variety of financial products and services tailored to meet the needs of retail, institutional, and corporate clients. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and various loan options such as housing, personal, business, agricultural, and MSME loans. Additionally, the bank provides microbanking services, overdrafts against fixed deposits, and wholesale lending. Utkarsh Small Finance Bank also facilitates remittance services, including NEFT and RTGS, and offers digital banking solutions through ATMs, internet, and mobile banking. The bank is further engaged in treasury operations and the distribution of third-party financial products like insurance and mutual funds. As of March 31, 2020, Utkarsh Small Finance Bank operated a network of 507 branches and 177 ATMs across 15 states and 2 union territories in India. Headquartered in Varanasi, it was incorporated in 2016 and is a subsidiary of Utkarsh CoreInvest Limited.
FirstRand Bank
Post in 2016
FirstRand Bank, established in 1998, is a prominent financial services provider based in Sandton, South Africa. It offers a wide range of banking, insurance, and investment products and services to retail, commercial, corporate, and public sector customers, both domestically and across various African countries. The company operates through several divisions, including First National Bank (FNB) for retail and commercial banking, Rand Merchant Bank (RMB) for corporate and investment banking, WesBank for installment finance, and Ashburton Investments for investment management. Its services span deposit products, loans, credit facilities, investment products, transactional services, insurance, advisory services, and wealth management, catering to a diverse client base that includes consumers, small businesses, medium corporates, parastatals, government entities, and the agricultural sector.
I&M Bank
Private Equity Round in 2016
I&M Bank (T) Ltd. is a commercial bank based in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, providing a range of banking services to both individuals and businesses. Established in 1974, the institution was originally known as CF Union Bank Limited before rebranding in September 2010. As a wholly owned subsidiary of I&M Holdings Limited, I&M Bank (T) Ltd. has developed a network of branches across Tanzania to serve its customers effectively. The bank focuses on delivering financial solutions tailored to the needs of its diverse clientele, contributing to the region's economic development.
RBL Bank
Venture Round in 2016
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.
Standard Chartered
Post in 2016
Standard Chartered PLC, a multinational banking and financial services company, operates globally with a significant presence in Asia, Africa, Europe, the Americas, and the Middle East. It offers a broad range of banking products and services through four primary segments: Corporate & Institutional Banking, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, and Private Banking. The company serves a diverse client base, including corporations, financial institutions, governments, small businesses, mid-sized companies, and individuals. Its services encompass retail products like deposits, savings, mortgages, credit cards, and personal loans; wealth management products and services; transaction banking services; corporate finance products and services; and financial market services. Standard Chartered also provides digital banking solutions. With approximately 1,026 branches worldwide, the company was founded in 1853 and is headquartered in London, United Kingdom.
Jana Small Finance Bank
Venture Round in 2016
Jana Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution based in Bengaluru, India, that offers a range of financial products and services aimed at individuals and corporates. The bank operates through four main segments: Treasury, Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, and Other Banking Operations. It provides various banking services including current and savings accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and a diverse array of loans such as home, gold, agricultural, and business loans. Additionally, Jana Small Finance Bank facilitates online banking, payment services, and debit card issuance. Originally established as Janalakshmi Financial Services in 2006, the bank rebranded in March 2018 to reflect its commitment to financial inclusion and servicing the urban underserved population in India. The institution maintains a strong focus on customer value and integrates technology to enhance its operations and scalability.
RBL Bank
Venture Round in 2015
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.
Equitas Small Finance Bank
Debt Financing in 2015
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution based in Chennai, India, that offers a wide range of financial services aimed at promoting financial inclusion. The bank operates through various segments, including Treasury, Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and a variety of loans, such as gold loans, home loans, business loans, and microfinance. Additionally, Equitas provides insurance services, investment options, and digital banking solutions, including internet banking and money transfer services. Established in 1993 as Equitas Micro Finance Limited, the bank rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader banking capabilities and focus on serving individuals, families, and small businesses across India. As a subsidiary of Equitas Holdings Limited, it emphasizes changing the traditional banking experience while catering to the financial needs of underserved populations.
CRDB Bank
Post in 2015
CRDB Bank Plc is a prominent financial institution operating in the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Burundi, offering a wide range of banking services to individuals, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), corporate clients, and high net worth individuals. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Dar es Salaam, the bank provides various retail banking products, including multi-currency accounts, personal and SME loans, and general insurance services. In addition, CRDB Bank facilitates corporate banking services such as trade finance, project finance, and cash management. The bank also emphasizes treasury services and digital banking, including mobile and internet banking solutions. With a robust network of branches, automated teller machines, point of sale terminals, and microfinance partners, CRDB Bank aims to meet the diverse financial needs of its customers effectively.
Habib Bank
Venture Round in 2015
Habib Bank Limited is a prominent financial institution based in Karachi, Pakistan, founded in 1941. The bank provides a wide range of services, including corporate and commercial banking, small and medium enterprises banking, global treasury, investment banking, Islamic banking, cash management, and asset management. With a strong focus on corporate banking, Habib Bank also has a robust investment banking division that specializes in project finance, debt capital markets, syndications, securitizations, capital raising, restructurings, and mergers and acquisitions. The institution is well-positioned to serve the diverse financial needs of its clients across various sectors.
Ujjivan
Private Equity Round in 2015
Ujjivan Financial Services Limited, established in 2004, is a leading Indian financial services provider, headquartered in Bengaluru. It specializes in serving the economically active poor, offering a wide range of micro and rural finance products, housing, personal, vehicle, and institutional loans, along with group and individual insurance. As of 2020, it operated through 575 branches. In 2016, Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Limited was launched as a subsidiary, providing banking services including savings and loan products, mobile banking, debit cards, and insurance to unserved and underserved segments, with 575 banking outlets and 475 ATMs. Both entities are committed to promoting financial inclusion in India.
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
Venture Round in 2014
Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution in India that offers a variety of financial products and services tailored to meet the needs of retail, institutional, and corporate clients. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and various loan options such as housing, personal, business, agricultural, and MSME loans. Additionally, the bank provides microbanking services, overdrafts against fixed deposits, and wholesale lending. Utkarsh Small Finance Bank also facilitates remittance services, including NEFT and RTGS, and offers digital banking solutions through ATMs, internet, and mobile banking. The bank is further engaged in treasury operations and the distribution of third-party financial products like insurance and mutual funds. As of March 31, 2020, Utkarsh Small Finance Bank operated a network of 507 branches and 177 ATMs across 15 states and 2 union territories in India. Headquartered in Varanasi, it was incorporated in 2016 and is a subsidiary of Utkarsh CoreInvest Limited.
Equitas Small Finance Bank
Venture Round in 2014
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution based in Chennai, India, that offers a wide range of financial services aimed at promoting financial inclusion. The bank operates through various segments, including Treasury, Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and a variety of loans, such as gold loans, home loans, business loans, and microfinance. Additionally, Equitas provides insurance services, investment options, and digital banking solutions, including internet banking and money transfer services. Established in 1993 as Equitas Micro Finance Limited, the bank rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader banking capabilities and focus on serving individuals, families, and small businesses across India. As a subsidiary of Equitas Holdings Limited, it emphasizes changing the traditional banking experience while catering to the financial needs of underserved populations.
RBL Bank
Venture Round in 2014
RBL Bank Limited is a private-sector scheduled commercial bank based in Mumbai, India, established in 1943. The bank operates through several segments, including Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, Treasury, and Other Banking Operations. It offers a diverse range of deposit products such as savings and current accounts, as well as fixed deposits. RBL Bank provides various lending options, including personal, home, car, education, and business loans, along with financial services like insurance, wealth management, and online banking. The bank also engages in advisory services for mergers and acquisitions, project finance, and trade services. With a focus on expansion, RBL Bank has developed a network of branches and ATMs across India, servicing over 500,000 customers and maintaining a robust business size. Following a transformational journey initiated in 2010, the bank has strengthened its governance and technology infrastructure to support its growth strategy.
Standard Bank Group
Debt Financing in 2014
Standard Bank Group is a leading commercial bank headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a rich history dating back to 1862. It operates extensively across 18 African countries and in select emerging markets globally. The bank is structured into various segments, including Personal and Business Banking, Corporate and Investment Banking, and Treasury and Capital Management. It provides a wide range of financial services, such as transactional banking, savings, lending, investment, and insurance. Personal and business banking offerings include current accounts, savings products, loans, and electronic banking services for individuals and small to medium enterprises. The corporate and investment banking segment caters to governments, larger corporations, and financial institutions, offering services in foreign exchange, commodities, trade finance, project finance, and wealth management. Standard Bank Group leverages its deep knowledge of emerging markets to deliver tailored financial solutions to its diverse clientele.
Equitas Small Finance Bank
Venture Round in 2013
Equitas Small Finance Bank Limited is a banking institution based in Chennai, India, that offers a wide range of financial services aimed at promoting financial inclusion. The bank operates through various segments, including Treasury, Corporate/Wholesale Banking, Retail Banking, and Other Banking Operations. Its product offerings encompass savings and current accounts, fixed and recurring deposits, and a variety of loans, such as gold loans, home loans, business loans, and microfinance. Additionally, Equitas provides insurance services, investment options, and digital banking solutions, including internet banking and money transfer services. Established in 1993 as Equitas Micro Finance Limited, the bank rebranded in 2016 to reflect its broader banking capabilities and focus on serving individuals, families, and small businesses across India. As a subsidiary of Equitas Holdings Limited, it emphasizes changing the traditional banking experience while catering to the financial needs of underserved populations.
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