About Commercial Bank International
Commercial Bank International, known as CBI, is a UAE bank established in 1991 and headquartered in Dubai. It is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange.
CBI provides retail banking, such as accounts, cards, personal loans and home finance, alongside banking for small businesses and corporate clients, including lending, trade finance and cash management.
The bank has emphasised serving small and medium-sized enterprises, a segment that makes up most companies in the UAE but often finds it hard to access finance.
Digital banking has been a focus of its strategy, with mobile and online services designed to make everyday banking easier for both individuals and businesses.
CBI has had a strategic partnership with Commercial Bank of Qatar, which has been a significant shareholder.
As a mid-sized bank in a competitive market, CBI competes with large national banks, foreign banks and newer digital banks, often by focusing on specific customer groups and service.
The UAE Central Bank regulates the banking sector and has encouraged digital innovation, open banking and stronger protection for consumers.
Startups UAE lists Commercial Bank International among the UAE's commercial banks.
CBI provides retail banking, such as accounts, cards, personal loans and home finance, alongside banking for small businesses and corporate clients, including lending, trade finance and cash management.
The bank has emphasised serving small and medium-sized enterprises, a segment that makes up most companies in the UAE but often finds it hard to access finance.
Digital banking has been a focus of its strategy, with mobile and online services designed to make everyday banking easier for both individuals and businesses.
CBI has had a strategic partnership with Commercial Bank of Qatar, which has been a significant shareholder.
As a mid-sized bank in a competitive market, CBI competes with large national banks, foreign banks and newer digital banks, often by focusing on specific customer groups and service.
The UAE Central Bank regulates the banking sector and has encouraged digital innovation, open banking and stronger protection for consumers.
Startups UAE lists Commercial Bank International among the UAE's commercial banks.