OCBC Bank (Malaysia) Berhad (OCBC Bank) has clinched the title of Malaysia’s Private Wealth Bank of the Year at the Asian Banking & Finance Retail Banking Awards 2025, cementing its position as a leader in Malaysia's affluent banking landscape. Alongside this, the Bank was also honoured with the Branch Innovation of the Year award at the same ceremony.

The accolades spotlight OCBC Bank's flagship Premier Private Client Centre in Bangsar, a game-changing facility that redefines wealth management with a "beyond banking" experience. Since opening earlier this year, the Centre has been warmly received by high-net-worth clients for its blend of luxury, privacy, and personalised service.

Strategically located in Bangsar, the 18,000-square-foot Centre is located close to the city centre, while providing a tranquil, nature-inspired environment. Among others, it features a fully functional in-house kitchen serving curated Malaysian cuisine, a hospitality-trained service team including former cabin crew, and exclusive by-invitation-only events such as private tastings, art showcases, and expert-led viewings. The Centre also provides sustainable features such as EV chargers, and provides over 1,300 safe deposit boxes.

According to Mr Sammeer Sharma, Managing Director and Head of Consumer Financial Services, OCBC Bank, the awards reflect the OCBC Group’s standing as a major player across ASEAN and Greater China, with deep-rooted expertise in wealth management and a proven track record of serving affluent clients.

“In Malaysia, OCBC Bank is a leading bank in the affluent segment, with a strong foundation for continued growth. These awards affirm our commitment to redefining wealth management through innovation and client-centricity. The OCBC Premier Private Client Centre is a testament to our One Group approach, which integrates best-in-class financial solutions with bespoke experiences in a truly inspiring setting. With the strategic investments we are making and the immense growth opportunities within Malaysia, we are confident of doubling our affluent client base over the next five years,” he said.

The Centre serves as a strategic anchor for the Bank’s offerings to high-net-worth clients and is tailored for individuals with assets under management of RM3 million and above. It offers a comprehensive suite of wealth management solutions across 11 major currencies, with over 80% of its product shelf linked to sustainability. Clients benefit from access to exclusive research reports from both the OCBC Group and Bank of Singapore, enabling informed decision-making backed by global insights. Transactions are executed seamlessly via a fully paperless dealing desk, and clients enjoy dedicated support from the Bank’s most experienced advisors. Its GENesis Programme supports succession planning and financial literacy for the next generation.

For details on the OCBC Premier Private Client Centre in Bangsar, please visit www.ocbc.com.my/Bangsar

OCBC Bank, among the foremost foreign banks in Malaysia and in existence for over 90 years, is part of the Singapore-based OCBC Group, the region’s second largest financial services group by assets. OCBC Bank was recently named, for a second consecutive year, Malaysia’s “Bank of the Year” by London-based The Banker.