10 BNP PARIBAS

Founded: 1848 Employees: 193,000 + CEO: Jean-Laurent Bonnafé Revenue: € 48.8bn( US $ 53.6bn)

BNP Paribas commands a formidable presence across 65 countries, successfully blending traditional European banking heritage with cuttingedge digital innovation. Headquartered in Paris, the institution has made significant strides in wealth management, with assets under management climbing to € 628bn in 2024. The bank’ s strategic focus centres on three pillars: technological advancement, sustainable finance leadership and operational excellence. BNP Paribas serves a global client base while maintaining its position as a trusted partner for both institutional investors and individual customers. Jean-Laurent Bonnafé, CEO, BNP Paribas

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32 January 2026