The survey is based on a questionnaire submitted to private bankers and focusing on items such as ‘relationship management’, ‘privacy & security’, ‘technology’, ‘investment’, ‘planning’, ‘trust services’, ‘tax guidance’, ‘philanthropy services’, etc.

Fortis is mentioned in an increasing number of categories and countries, which implies a high potential for future growth.

Looking at the individual score by countries, we rank amongst the top 5 of Best Private Banks in: the Netherlands (2nd), the Channel Islands (3rd) and Belgium (4th).

New in comparison with last year’s results are some special awards such as:

• Best in Artists and entertainers in France (new)
• Best in Tax guidance and services in Belgium (new)
• Best in Relationship management in the Netherlands (new).

Next to these new categories we also rank:

• Best in Philanthropy services in Belgium, Indonesia, Malaysia, Brunei and Quatar
• Best in Inheritance and succession planning in the United Arab Emirates and Indonesia
• Best in Trust services and Family office services in Quatar
• Best in Luxury investments in Belgium.

Thank you for banking with Fortis!