Schweizerische Bankiervereinigung (SBVg)

Vision & Mission

Shaping the future, creating freedom of action

Who we are

As the umbrella organization for Swiss banks, the Swiss Bankers Association (SBA) brings together around 265 member institutions from various banking groups and other financial service providers. The Bankers Association represents the interests of the Swiss financial center vis-à-vis politicians, authorities, and the general public.

We are committed to entrepreneurial freedom and open markets, and advocate for framework conditions that provide scope for the development of an innovative and diverse banking sector. As a knowledge center, we think ahead, set the agenda, and drive the industry forward in a sustainable manner.

Facts & figures about the Swiss Bankers Association

The SBA was founded in Basel in 1912 as an association and, as the umbrella organization for banks in Switzerland, brings together around 265 member institutions and around 12,100 individual members from the following banking groups: major banks, cantonal banks, regional banks, foreign banks, asset management and wealth management banks, private banks, and other banks. The SBA also counts securities firms, financial market infrastructures, audit firms for banks, securities firms and financial market infrastructures, and financial center associations among its members.

In our committees, over 800 experts from member institutions develop broadly supported positions. They are supported in their work by around 55 employees (full-time equivalents) at the head office.

Since September 2021, the Chairman of the Board of Directors has been Dr. Marcel Rohner, Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, Union Bancaire Privée, UBP SA.