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DBS Bank aims to transform banking to make life simpler by offering innovative and responsible solutions to its clients.

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Main Activities

The primary activity of DBS is banking and financial services. DBS offers a comprehensive range of banking products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, wealth management, loans, credit cards, payment services, as well as investment and financing solutions. The company primarily serves individuals, SMEs and large corporations, with a strong presence in Asia, notably in Singapore, China, India, Indonesia and Taiwan. DBS aims to meet its clients' financial needs through innovative and digital solutions, while placing emphasis on sustainability and the digital transformation of the banking sector.

History

DBS (Development Bank of Singapore) was founded in 1968 by the Singapore government to support the country’s economic development. Since its creation, DBS has established itself as one of Asia’s leading financial institutions, with headquarters in Singapore and a presence in 19 markets worldwide.

The key milestones in its development include:

  • Creation (1968): DBS was created to finance Singapore’s industrial growth.
  • Regional expansion: Over the decades, DBS expanded its operations to Hong Kong, China, India, Indonesia, Taiwan, and other Asian markets.
  • Digital innovation: DBS stands out for its digital transformation, becoming a global leader in digital banking with products such as DBS PayLah! and advanced mobile banking services.
  • Partnerships and acquisitions: DBS strengthened its position through strategic acquisitions, notably the purchase of Dao Heng Bank in Hong Kong in 2001 and Lakshmi Vilas Bank in India in 2020.
  • Commitment to sustainability: The company promotes responsible practices and initiatives for social impact, notably through the DBS Foundation and partnerships with organizations such as UNICEF.
  • International awards: DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” several times (2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2025) and “Asia’s Safest Bank” from 2009 to 2025.
  • Recent strategic changes: DBS continues to innovate, for example by obtaining a bond issuance license in China and launching funds dedicated to artificial intelligence in partnership with Granite Asia.

Today, DBS is recognized for its leadership in digitalization, banking security, and social responsibility, while continuing its expansion and commitment to innovation and sustainability.

Team

The founder of DBS Bank is the Government of Singapore, which established the bank in 1968. DBS Bank, formerly known as The Development Bank of Singapore Limited, was founded to support Singapore’s economic development.

The main members of the DBS Bank leadership team are:

  • Piyush Gupta – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
  • Chng Sok Hui – Chief Financial Officer (CFO)
  • Tan Su Shan – Group Head, Institutional Banking
  • Shee Tse Koon – Group Executive, Singapore Country Head
  • Jimmy Ng – Group Chief Information Officer & Head of Technology & Operations
  • Gillian Tan – Group Head, Strategy & Planning

Today, DBS Bank is one of Asia’s leading financial institutions, with an experienced leadership team recognized in the banking sector.

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