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- Banque Saudi Fransi is a Saudi Arabia-based commercial bank founded in 1977 and headquartered in Riyadh. The bank offers a broad range of financial products and services including retail banking products such as savings and current accounts, personal and home loans, credit and debit cards, Islamic banking products compliant with Sharia principles, wealth management, corporate banking services including trade finance, contract finance, working capital finance, structured and project finance, syndicated loans, treasury services, foreign exchange and hedging products, and investment advisory. It operates bank subsidiaries for brokerage and asset management and provides car leasing and insurance services. In recent developments, Banque Saudi Fransi formed a strategic partnership with Singapore's DBS Group to enhance trade finance, payment flows, and regional currency clearing between Asia and Saudi Arabia, reflecting its focus on expanding cross-border transaction capabilities. The bank is also pursuing diversified international funding, including a notable $750 million syndicated loan targeting Asian banks. Financially, Banque Saudi Fransi reported a 19.5% increase in net profit for the first nine months of 2025 to SAR 4.09 billion, driven by higher commission income, investment gains, and improved asset quality, while continuing digital transformation efforts and contributing to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic goals. The bank maintains comprehensive corporate and retail operations across Saudi Arabia, supported by joint ventures in insurance and asset management with international partners Allianz and Amundi, respectively. Its recent strategic initiatives and solid financial performance underscore its position as a leading financial institution in the Kingdom and the wider Gulf region.