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    Corporate, commercial and institutional banking

    Helping your business and our world prosper

    Asia, Africa and the Middle East are home to the world’s most dynamic markets. And with a 170-year history in these regions, we can help you thrive.

Our services

Bringing you solutions for your global business needs, from transaction banking to financial markets and advisory services

Transaction banking

Whatever business challenges come your way, your need for smooth, successful transactions will be constant. Alongside continuing operational requirements, you’ll need to balance enduring targets with emerging ones – including sustainability and digitialisation aspirations.

By combining international-bank stability with local-market knowledge, we can support your transaction banking needs across the world. From cash management solutions to bolster your treasury to financing solutions to sustainably fund your supply chain, we have the solutions to help you prepare for future opportunities.

Financial markets

Access and thrive in high-barrier markets with us. We provide on-the-ground research into Asia, Africa and the Middle East, and proprietary pricing and trade execution across multiple asset classes – including FX, rates, and commodities. 

And for more complex packaging needs, we offer bespoke structuring solutions. For financing needs, we offer a full spectrum across our dynamic footprint – from traditional credit and debt market products, to specialised financing and beyond. And with custody, clearing and securities lending also available, we can support all your financial market needs. 

Discover your digital potential

Digital connectivity is a catalyst for business growth. Explore our digital touch points, and find new trading and transaction opportunities.

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    Straight2Bank Pay

    Consolidate your customers’ payment options, without complicating your collections. Discover our one-stop global platform – and be at ease knowing their payments are visible, stable, and secure.

  • Standard Chartered Markets

    Trade on our multi-product platform and centralise your digital FX trades. Access a unique mix of G10 and emerging market currencies from across Asia, Africa and the Middle East, all in one place.

Why choose us?

As a leading international cross-border bank with deep local expertise, we can be your guide to a world of opportunity

  • Rely on one global partner

    Consolidate your corporate banking needs with us across emerging and developed markets

  • Make our world more sustainable

    We’re channelling capital to where the impact will be greatest, via our solutions for businesses

  • Unique markets, bespoke solutions

    Tailored solutions catered to local demands and individual market needs

Our latest thinking

Explore our perspectives on global trends, in-market nuances, and so much more

  • Bankable insights e-magazines

    Bringing you the latest trends, insights and best practices, so you can turn them into business opportunities

  • Webinars and events

    Learn about what’s influencing the world of finance by attending our physical and virtual events