About Us
Arab Bank Switzerland, our 62-year Story
Since 1962, Arab Bank Switzerland (ABS) has developed a unique blend of business acumen and banking heritage to support and guide high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients in the complex business of protecting and enhancing their wealth.
As a Private Bank, ABS offers Wealth Management solutions, including Real Estate and Digital Assets but also Commodity Trade Finance and Treasury services, making it a unique and innovative player in the Swiss banking industry.
In 2023, ABS entered into a strategic business agreement with the Swiss Private bank Gonet & Cie Ltd, providing our mutual clients with access to an even broader range of products and services and forming the ABS Group.
Our Track Record
The ABS Group prides itself on an investment philosophy that prioritises secure, long-term growth. AUM has consistently grown over the last decade, along with a resilient balance sheet generating stable earnings despite an increasingly uncertain macroeconomic climate.
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Modernity Anchored in Tradition
Arab Bank Switzerland’s distinctive blend of Swiss banking tradition and Middle Eastern heritage is complemented by a focus on innovation.
Strong Banking Tradition
Established in Switzerland in 1962, ABS is a Swiss private bank, subject to all Swiss banking laws, rules and regulations and is supervised by the Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA). It is the sister company of Arab Bank plc, one of the largest banks in the Middle East.
Digital Pioneers
ABS is a pioneer within the digital asset space, offering our clients a full suite service since 2019 and launching its Digital Art prize, the first of its kind in the NFT space, in 2022. ABS also has a unique on-chain digital art collection.
Responsible Banking
The Arab Bank Switzerland Foundation, established in 2024, underlines our commitment to progressive and responsible banking and acknowledges the increasing importance of sustainable and responsible investing to our clients.
Our People
Maintaining a headcount of over 300 professionals enables the ABS Group, including Arab Bank (Switzerland) Ltd. and Gonet & Cie Ltd., to offer a diverse suite of private banking solutions while preserving strategic agility and a collaborative spirit.
