Bangkok Bank was established in 1944. With more than 18 million accounts, it is Thailand’s largest bank, and the seventh largest regional bank in Southeast Asia. The bank is a publicly listed company and among the top five companies in terms of size listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand.
Bangkok Bank has a full range of business, investment banking and personal banking services. It is one of the most active global traders of Thai Baht and Thai Baht denominated bonds. The bank trades in all major currencies as well as a large number of regional currencies. Other services include same day transactions in import and export bills, inward and outward remittances, swaps, options and forward contracts and trading in the primary and secondary markets for government bonds and corporate debentures.
Leadership of Bangkok Bank
Presidents of Bangkok Bank since its founding out :
- Luang Roprukit, 1944 - 1952
- Chin Sophonpanich, 1952 - 1977
- Boonchu Rojanastien, 1977 - 1980
- Chatri Sophonpanich, 1980 - 1992
- Vichit Suraphongchai, 1992 - 1994
- Chartsiri Sophonpanich, 1994 - Present