Rabobank Group
Rabobank Group has the highest qualification of credit status (AAA) from prominent international rating agencies Standard & Poor's, Moody's and Dominion Bond Rating Service and has been ranked the world's safest non-government owned bank by Global Finance Magazine in 2005, 2006 and 2007. With over 100 years of banking experience, Rabobank is the world's leading food and agribusiness bank and one of Europe's most recognised financial institutions.
AAA financial strength
Rabobank has been given the highest credit rating of AAA by Standard & Poor's (since 1984) and Moody's (since 1986) - a reflection of Rabobank's financial standing. Measured by its core capital, Rabobank is one of the top twenty world's largest financial institutions.
Co-operative principles
Based in the Netherlands, Rabobank was founded in 1898, on co-operative principles. The Rabobank Group is one of the world's most modern financial institutions. As the world's leading food and agribusiness bank, Rabobank operates in over 45 countries around the world.
Growth and innovation
Rabobank has been a leader in the Internet banking market in Europe. Recognising the growth of online banking, Rabobank developed direct online banking services in various countries including Belgium, Ireland, New Zealand and Australia. Worldwide, the Rabobank Group has more than nine million clients and 50,000 employees.
Sustainable
Rabobank was ranked as the leading sustainable bank in Europe (and the second most sustainable bank in the world) in 2005, by the Swiss organisation Sustainable Asset Management (SAM). Corporate Social Responsibility plays a prominent role in Rabobank's strategy, maintaining their leading position amongst international sustainability-oriented banks through sustainable financial services, social commitment and valuing human resources.
Research and analysis
Globally, Rabobank has a team of analysts that continuously accumulate knowledge in major food and agribusiness sectors. The Food & Agribusiness Research (FAR) team covers prominent issues throughout the global food and agribusiness value chain from production to consumption; brand strategies to environmental issues; world trade flows to chain control. FAR's research is reflected in reports, maps, presentations and advisory services to Rabobank clients and industry groups.