National Bank of Canada

National Bank of Canada (French: Banque Nationale du Canada) is the sixth largest commercial bank in Canada, headquartered in Montreal, Quebec. Founded in 1859, its mission is to be the bank of choice for consumers and businesses, empowering them to achieve their financial goals through innovative solutions and outstanding service.

The bank offers a comprehensive range of financial services across four main segments: Personal and Commercial Banking, Wealth Management, Financial Markets, and U.S. Specialty Finance and International. Its product offerings include asset management, banking, commodities, credit cards, equities trading, insurance, investment management, mortgage loans, private equity, and wealth management, catering to individuals, small and medium-sized enterprises, and large corporations. While maintaining a strong regional presence in Quebec, the bank is actively expanding its operations across other Canadian provinces and internationally.

Laurent Ferreira has served as the President and CEO since November 2021. National Bank of Canada is recognized as one of Canada's six systemically important banks. In a significant strategic move, the bank completed the acquisition of Canadian Western Bank in February 2025, a deal valued at $5 billion, further expanding its presence in Canada. Additionally, S&P Global Ratings corrected its rating on the bank's senior unsecured notes to 'A+' from 'A-' on May 1, 2026.