About Us: Deutsche Bank

Who We Are
Founded in Berlin in 1870, Deutsche Bank AG has evolved into Germany’s largest banking institution and a globally recognized financial powerhouse. Headquartered in Frankfurt, our operations span over 56 countries, with a dual listing on both the Frankfurt and New York stock exchanges.

Our Purpose
From the outset, our mission has been to champion German business on the global stage. Today, we affirm our commitment—Dedicated to our clients’ lasting success and financial security, at home and abroad—as the “Global Hausbank” of Europe.

Our Core Business Divisions
We organize our services across four client-centric pillars:

• The Corporate Bank delivers financing and transaction solutions to corporations and SMEs worldwide, including our Postbank and FYRST brands.

• The Investment Bank offers institutional and corporate clients global expertise in fixed income, FX, advisory, and origination.

• The Private Bank advises private clients and family entrepreneurs both in Germany and abroad.

• Asset Management provides a full suite of active, passive, and alternative investment products to society at large.

Our Global Presence
Our network reaches all major emerging markets—Europe, the Americas, and APAC—anchored by deep roots in Germany and expanding footprints from London to Shanghai.

Transformation & Strategy
Since 2019, we have embraced a comprehensive transformation: streamlining operations, reinforcing risk and compliance, and pivoting toward digital strength and sustainability. Our vision is to be the benchmark European bank, focused on sustainable growth, resilient profitability, and client-driven innovation.

Financial Profile (As of 2024/2025)

• Employed nearly 90,000 people across 56 countries.

• Generated roughly €30 billion revenue, with a €485 billion loan book, €1 trillion AUM in Asset Management, and €633 billion AUM in Private Bank.

• Invested heavily in technology—approximately €13 billion over five years—and achieved sustainable financing exceeding €279 billion by end of 2023.

Our Culture & Values
Our success is rooted in our people. We champion a culture of empowerment, collaboration, and excellence—working every day to deliver results while being responsible corporate citizens.

Our Commitment to Sustainability
Aligned with the UN Global Compact and Paris Agreement, we aim to reach a cumulative €500 billion in sustainable financing/ESG investments by 2025. By end‑2023, we had already funded €279 billion, with a €64 billion growth in that year alone.