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Emirates NBD

Dubai’s largest banking group

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Industry:Banking
Year Founded:1963 (as National Bank of Dubai); merged to form Emirates NBD in 2007
Headquarters Location:Deira, Dubai, UAE
Major Achievements:With over AED 1.08 trillion in assets as of mid-2025, Emirates NBD serves over 9 million customers across 13 countries. It leads digital banking in the region, with 97 percent of transactions conducted outside branches, and operates the thriving Liv digital bank. As a key supporter of sustainability, it's the principal banking partner of COP28 and championed ‘Dubai Can’ to curb single-use plastics

Emirates NBD is Dubai’s largest banking group and one of the leading financial institutions in the Middle East. Established in 1963 as the National Bank of Dubai, it merged with Emirates Bank International in 2007 to form the current entity.

The group operates across retail, corporate, Islamic, investment, and digital banking, serving over 9 million customers in 13 countries, including the UAE, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, India, Türkiye, Singapore, the UK, Germany, Austria, Russia, Bahrain, and China. As of June 2025, Emirates NBD reported total assets exceeding Dh1.03 trillion ($280 billion).

The bank offers a full suite of retail banking services, including savings and current accounts, personal loans, credit cards, and mortgages. Its award-winning digital banking solutions provide customers with easy access to banking services anytime, anywhere, through mobile apps and online platforms. Emirates NBD supports businesses with trade finance, business loans, treasury solutions, and advisory services. Its investment banking division provides capital markets expertise, asset management, and corporate advisory to meet the needs of institutional clients and multinational corporations. Through Emirates Islamic, the bank offers Sharia-compliant products including financing, accounts, and investment services, ensuring compliance with Islamic law while catering to diverse customer needs. The bank leads in digital innovation, offering secure mobile banking, online banking, and digital wallet services. Its digital-first approach ensures seamless and convenient banking experiences for both retail and corporate clients. In Q1 2025, Emirates NBD posted a net profit of Dh6.2 billion, supported by a 14% rise in net interest income and a 14% increase in deposits. Its robust financial performance highlights its continued leadership in the UAE’s banking sector, delivering a full spectrum of services to individuals and businesses while expanding its regional and global footprint.