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TOP 10 – GLOBAL BANKS

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INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL BANK OF CHINA

Founded: 1984 Employees: 434,000 CEO: Liao Lin Revenue: ¥ 881.6bn( US $ 113.6bn)
Industrial and Commercial Bank of China reigns as the world’ s largest bank, commanding nearly 49 trillion yuan in total assets and approximately 35 trillion yuan in customer deposits: both global records. Since its 1984 establishment during China’ s economic reform era, ICBC has transformed into an international banking colossus with operations spanning 49 countries. The institution delivered solid 2024 results despite challenging economic conditions, posting operating revenue of 786.1 billion yuan and maintaining stable profitability. Under President Liao Lin ' s leadership, ICBC continues advancing its dual strategy: serving as the financial backbone for China ' s industrial economy while pioneering digital banking innovation through AI and mobile platforms.
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