Banque Cantonale Vaudoise

About Banque Cantonale Vaudoise

Among Switzerland's leading banks, BCV has been the bank for Vaudois residents since its creation in 1845. Listed on the stock exchange, its primary objective is to contribute to the development of the Vaud economy. One of its strengths lies in its proximity – it has some 2,000 employees in the canton, the densest network in the canton with nearly 60 branches and 180 ATMs. It also offers its services online 24/7 and listens to its clients via its advisory center. Rated AA by Standard & Poor’s, it stands out for its financial strength. BCV offers a wide variety of services to individuals, businesses, and pension funds. It is number one in the Vaud banking market, with one in two individuals and one in two businesses being clients of the Bank. As part of its mission and corporate responsibility principles, BCV supports over 850 associations and events in the sports, cultural, and social spheres. In 2023, it paid out the equivalent of 654 francs per Vaud household in dividends and taxes to the Canton and Municipalities. As a universal bank, it has nearly a hundred different roles. It combines advisory services for individuals and businesses with Asset Management, Trade Finance, and support roles requiring project management and IT skills. Decision-making is done locally under the responsibility of a management team close to employees.