Banque de commerce et de placements

Established in 1963 as a Swiss bank, BCP segments its activities into two well-established core businesses: Commodity Trade Finance and Wealth Management. These are reinforced by our expert Treasury services. BCP enjoys a solid reputation as a high-quality service provider in all of its banking fields. Founded under Swiss Banking Law and Regulations, BCP is supervised by FINMA, the Swiss financial markets supervisory authority. Headquartered in Geneva, the bank also has branches in Luxembourg and Dubai.

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Areas of expertise

A large array of services

Commodity trade finance

With trade finance as its traditional core activity, BCP offers specialized expertise and high-quality services.

  • Personalized approach through a full range of financing schemes
  • Access to a wide choice of treasury services specifically designated for CTF customers
  • Seamless service through a network of more than 1000 active bank relationships around the world

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Wealth management

With an open architecture approach, BCP has a tradition of excellence in portfolio management and high efficiency in transactional services for high-net-worth individuals.

  • Customized asset management services
  • High expertise in emerging markets fixed-income securities
  • Secured lending
  • General banking services for wealth management clients

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Always there

With offices in Geneva, Luxembourg and Dubai, BCP serves customers out of three strategic financial centers. Geographic convenience is simply another component of our commitment to providing open and welcoming customer service, based on "always there" support and an understanding of every client’s specific needs.

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Latest news

Publications 16.10.2025

US Market: New Regime?

Do we have all the element for an Equity Market correction?

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Corporate 01.09.2025

BCP Expands Dubai Footprint with Licence Upgrade and Broader Advisory Capabilities

BCP (Banque de Commerce et de Placements), the Swiss Bank headquartered in Geneva, announces today a significant milestone in its Middle East growth strategy: the transformation of its Dubai Representative Office into a fully operational Branch, following the successful acquisition of a Category 4 licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) within the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This development allows BCP to offer an expanded range of advisory services in the region.

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Publications 11.07.2025

Stablecoins: The Future of Cash on The Blockchain

Now a USD 260bn market, stablecoins are moving beyond crypto trading, powering cross-border payments, treasury solutions, and tokenized investments.

With new US regulations on the horizon and major players like Visa, JP Morgan and BBVA stepping in, the shift is accelerating.

Could this reshape global finance? At BCP, we're watching closely.

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Rating 10.07.2025

Fitch Affirms BCP's Credit Rating at 'BBB-'; Outlook Stable

Banque de Commerce et de Placements SA (BCP) is pleased to report that Fitch has reaffirmed its rating at 'BBB-' with a Stable Outlook.

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Corporate 12.06.2025

We’re honoured to support Paul Muller in his Ironman challenge to fight childhood cancer

The Bank is honoured to support Paul Muller, a second-year medical student at the University of Geneva​, in his Ironman challenge to fight childhood cancer.

Paul will compete in this year's IRONMAN Nice on 29 June, a legendary triathlon featuring 3.8 km of swimming, 180 km of cycling and a 42 km full marathon.​ His goal? Raise CHF 50,000 for the Geneva-based CANSEA​RCH Foundation, which funds vital research in pediatric oncology.

This inspiring initiative reflects values we strongly believe in: commitment, determination, solidarity, and pushing boundaries. We are proud to stand by Paul on this exceptional human and athletic journey!

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Publications 06.06.2025

US Tech: Resilient Through the Noise


Despite headwinds: tariffs, export controls and valuation concerns, US mega-cap tech is holding strong. Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet and NVIDIA continue to deliver, powered by AI-led innovation and robust cash flows.

When volatility hits, conviction matters! Staying invested in quality tech may still be the winning play.

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Publications 01.04.2025

Germany: Historic Move on Rates

With Germany making a historic shift in interest rates, bond markets remain on edge. As rate volatility persists, investors should brace for a bumpy ride ahead in 2025.

In this uncertain environment, maintaining adequate duration diversification across bond portfolios remains a key strategy. Navigating interest rate swings requires flexibility and foresight. Does your allocation reflect the new normal?

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Publications 31.03.2025

2024 Annual Report

Our ability to respond with agility to changing economic and geopolitical conditions enabled us to deliver strong financial results in 2024. The report offers an in-depth look at our financial results, strategic priorities and the progress we have made throughout the year.

Click hereafter to explore the full report: BCP 2024 Annual Report

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