key facts
About MCB Group

Key facts

A well-established group with a strong track record

  • Incorporated in 1838
  • Initiation of regional expansion in the early 1990s
  • Listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (a member of the World Federation of Exchanges) since 1989

Unrivalled domestic franchise

  • Market shares of some 40% in respect of credit to the economy and local currency deposits and of over 50% of cards issued in Mauritius
  • Highest market capitalisation of around USD 1.4 billion on the local stock exchange, representing a share of some 24%
  • Approximately 900,000 individual and institutional customers, over 18,000 local and foreign shareholders, around 75,000 Internet Banking customers, and some 2,800 employees
  • Extensive network of 40 branches/banks kiosks, entirely redesigned according to world class infrastructure concepts
  • 163 ATMs (representing 37% of the local ATM park) and above 5,550 point of sale terminals; facilities for mobile and SMS banking
  • Some 1,600 correspondent banks worldwide
  • Increased participation in non-bank financial services such as leasing, factoring as well as a comprehensive range of investor services

Increasingly prominent player regionally and beyond

  • Presence in 8 countries via subsidiaries, associate and representative offices
  • Bolstered regional market presence on account of dedicated service offerings, participation in trade and project finance deals, and reinforced business relationships
  • Expanded scope to better tap into global business opportunities

MOODY'S RATINGS

  • Foreign Currency Deposit Baa1/P-2
  • Foreign Currency Issuer Baa1
  • Global Local Currency Deposit Baa1/P-2
  • Bank Financial Strength D+ 
  • NSR Senior Debt -  MTN Program (foreign currency) Aa3.za 
  • NSR Subordinated Debt -  MTN Program (foreign currency) A3.za 

For more information on the Group view our investor Fact SheetPDF 567KB and our Group StructurePDF 279KB