Agricultural Bank Of China Limited (中国农业银行股份有限公司) (China)

The Agricultural Bank of China, originally established as the Agricultural Cooperative Bank in 1951, has undergone substantial transformations, evolving from a state-owned specialized bank to a joint-stock limited liability company and securing listings on both the Shanghai and Hong Kong Stock Exchanges in 2010. Today, it stands as a major integrated financial service provider in China, dedicated to building an international first-class commercial banking group with efficient services, diversified functions, and robust value-creation capabilities. With a comprehensive business portfolio, an extensive distribution network, and advanced IT infrastructure, the Agricultural Bank of China offers a spectrum of financial services, encompassing corporate and retail banking, treasury operations, asset management, investment banking, fund management, financial leasing, and life insurance. As of the close of 2016, the bank reported significant financial figures, including total assets of RMB 19,570,061 million, loans and advances to customers of RMB 9,719,639 million, and deposits of RMB 15,038,001 million, with a net profit of RMB 184,060 million. Boasting a network of 23,682 domestic branch outlets and various subsidiaries, the Agricultural Bank of China holds a prominent position in the global financial landscape, consistently ranking among Fortune's Global 500 and The Banker's "Top 1000 World Banks" list. Its inclusion in the list of Global Systemically Important Banks by the Financial Stability Board underscores its global significance.