Československá obchodní banka
Československá obchodní banka (ČSOB) is a major universal bank providing comprehensive financial services to individuals, small businesses, and corporations in the Czech Republic. It operates as a subsidiary of the Belgian financial group KBC Bank, which serves as its primary shareholder.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Czechia
HQ City
Prague
Founded
1964
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
Yes
Ownership Type
public
Stock Exchange
Prague Stock Exchange
Tax Domicile
CZ
Ultimate Parent
KBC Group NV
Data Hosting
CZ
CLOUD Act Exposure
No ✓
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
true
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
None verified
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1964
Establishment
Československá obchodní banka was established as a bank for foreign trade.
1999
Privatization
The Belgian KBC Bank acquired a majority stake in ČSOB.
2007
Integration
ČSOB acquired Istrobanka in Slovakia to expand its regional footprint.