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What is Bank One ' s strategy in this market ?
Bank One is one of the leading banks in Africa when it comes to Securities Services , and effectively leverages its access to several markets across the continent . With specific knowledge and experience of the African markets , our Private Banking professionals are able to address the complex and diverse needs of clients seeking investment in Africa , as well as our African clients wishing to invest in major international financial markets . We see ourselves as the bank of choice for clients wishing to invest and trade African Eurobonds , and requiring cross-border investment solutions .
What is the function of the External Wealth Manager & Financial Intermediaries Desk ?
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From left to right : Guillaume Passebecq , Head of Private Banking and Wealth Management , Kush Beedassy and Jean Eric Matunga , Relationship Manager FI - International Banking .
Our primary focus : the protection and growth of our clients ’ wealth
Quels sont les produits disponibles pour le marché africain ?
L ’ ensemble de notre offre est accessible à nos investisseurs privés et institutionnels africains qui recherchent une banque avec un service d ’ exécution et une plateforme titres internationale multidevises leur donnant accès à l ’ ensemble des marchés mondiaux . Les portefeuilles sont accessibles en ligne à travers une plateforme sécurisée . Nous offrons également la possibilité de nantir son portefeuille titres et d ’ obtenir une ligne de crédit en USD , EUR et MUR . Nous avons également un Relationship Manager basé au Kenya qui suit et facilite les requêtes de nos clients .
Bank One positions itself as a bank " from Africa for Africa ". Tell us more about the strategic importance of this region .
Bank One is uniquely positioned as a strong and reliable banking partner “ from Africa , for Africa ”. Its shareholders , Mauritian conglomerate CIEL Ltd and Kenya-based I & M Group PLC , have an onshore presence providing easy access to the securities markets in Kenya , Tanzania , Uganda and Rwanda , thereby connecting us effectively to the booming East African market . Together with a robust custodian network that extends over 60 countries , and with Euroclear as our main depository , our clients benefit directly from the in-depth knowledge of local and international experts .
We operate an Open Architecture model offering best-of-breed products from multiple global providers allowing us to deliver a diversified range of local and international solutions , including bonds , equities , ETFs , funds , and structured products . Bank One ’ s independent portfolio managers apply their expertise in pursuit of desired investment objectives , with the primary focus on the protection and growth of our clients ’ wealth .
I assist our Asset Managers in their daily banking transactions , and ensure they are fully versed in Bank One ’ s Open Architecture approach . The desk also addresses the custodial requirements of banks from across the sub-Saharan region , facilitates access to Eurobond activity with favourable pricing options , and supports Africa-based and global mutual funds seeking access to the international and African markets respectively . Bank One ’ s selection as the custodian for Ecobank ’ s fund is worthy recognition of our role in upholding trading and safe-keeping requirements in the African market .
What products are available for the African market ?
Bank One offers private banking and corporate accounts in various currencies , and a comprehensive range of services from generic banking and credit card facilities to real-time investment monitoring . Our private banking clients may also utilise their investments as collateral for banking facilities , and loans against investments are available in USD , EUR and MUR . With the ability to explore investment opportunities in more than 60 markets in the US , Europe and Asia , and 15 across Africa , through a variety of assets , clients are assured of optimum performance from their investment portfolios thanks to tailor-made advice provided by dedicated local and international Asset Managers . The appointment of a Kenya-based Relationship Manager ( through the I & M network ) provides an enhanced customer experience for clients in Africa .
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