Main Activities
LGT Bank is an international financial institution specializing in wealth management and private banking. Its main activity consists of offering wealth management services, investment advice, financial planning, and asset management for private clients, wealthy families, entrepreneurs, and institutional investors. LGT also offers investment banking, financing, and estate planning solutions.LGT’s products and services include portfolio management, investment funds, pension solutions, loans, as well as online banking services and personalized advice. The bank primarily targets a high-end international clientele seeking tailor-made solutions for the preservation, growth, and transfer of their wealth.LGT Bank operates in global markets, with a strong presence in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, and stands out for its affiliation with the princely family of Liechtenstein, which gives it stability and independence.
History
LGT Bank is an international private banking institution, owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. Its history spans more than 100 years, marked by several key milestones that have shaped its development and current position in the global banking sector.
Foundation and Early Years
LGT was founded in 1921 in Liechtenstein. From the outset, the bank specialized in wealth management and private banking, focusing on reliability, innovation, and personalized service.
Development and Internationalization
Over the decades, LGT has experienced continuous growth, expanding beyond Liechtenstein to become an international player. Today, it is present in more than 40 locations across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific. This expansion has been accompanied by a diversification of its services, notably in asset management and bespoke investment solutions.
Products and Innovations
LGT offers a comprehensive range of private banking, investment, and wealth management products, with particular attention to sustainability and responsible investing. The bank has also developed innovative digital platforms, such as LGT SmartBanking, to meet the needs of its private clients and financial intermediaries.
Partnerships and Acquisitions
LGT has strengthened its position through strategic partnerships and targeted acquisitions, enabling it to broaden its client base and increase its presence in new markets. A recent example is the creation, in partnership with LLB, of the Liechtensteinisches Pfandbriefinstitut, a joint platform for the issuance of covered bonds, following the adoption of a new law in 2024.
Commitment to Sustainability
LGT has distinguished itself through its commitment to sustainability, notably receiving the ESG Transparency Award 2025 for excellence in sustainability reporting. The bank systematically integrates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria into its investment processes.
Strategic Changes
Over time, LGT has adapted its strategy to respond to market developments and client expectations, focusing on digitalization, transparency, and responsible asset management. Its ownership by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein gives it stability and a long-term vision, centered on trust and intergenerational transmission.
Today, LGT is recognized as one of the world’s leading independent private banks, offering personalized solutions to a demanding international clientele, while remaining true to its values of reliability, innovation, and responsibility.
Team
The founder of LGT Bank is the Princely Family of Liechtenstein. LGT Bank is part of the LGT Group, which has been wholly owned by the Princely Family of Liechtenstein since its creation in 1920. The group is chaired by H.S.H. Prince Maximilian of Liechtenstein, who serves as CEO (Chief Executive Officer) of LGT Group. The chairman of the board of directors is H.S.H. Prince Philipp of Liechtenstein.
The main members of the management team of LGT Bank (at the group level) are:
- H.S.H. Prince Maximilian of Liechtenstein – CEO of LGT Group
- H.S.H. Prince Philipp of Liechtenstein – Chairman of the board of directors
- Olivier de Perregaux – Group CFO (Chief Financial Officer)
- Heinrich Henckel – CEO of LGT Bank (Switzerland) Ltd.
- Roland Schubert – CEO of LGT Bank Ltd., Liechtenstein
- André Lagger – CEO of LGT Financial Services
These executives oversee the bank’s international activities, which is one of the leading private and wealth management banks in the world.
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