Union Bancaire Privée
Union Bancaire Privée is a Swiss private banking institution headquartered in Geneva, specializing in wealth and asset management for private and institutional clients. The firm operates globally and remains a family-owned entity since its establishment by Edgar de Picciotto.
Brand Identity Data
HQ Country
Switzerland
HQ City
Geneva
Founded
1969
EU Headquartered
Yes
EU Manufactured
No
Ownership Type
private
Stock Exchange
Private
Tax Domicile
CH
Ultimate Parent
UBP Gestion Institutionnelle Holding SA
Data Hosting
CH
GDPR Status
compliant
Carbon Neutral
true
B Corp Certified
No
Repair / Recycling
No
Ethical Certifications
UN PRI signatory, Swiss Sustainable Finance
Verified on October 15, 2026
Corporate Lineage
1969
Founded by Edgar de Picciotto
Edgar de Picciotto founded the Compagnie de Banque et d'Investissements in Geneva.
1990
Formation of UBP
The bank was renamed Union Bancaire Privée following the acquisition of TDB-American Express Bank.
2011
Acquisition of ABN AMRO
UBP acquired the Swiss subsidiary of ABN AMRO to strengthen its private banking footprint.
2015
Acquisition of Coutts International
UBP acquired the international private banking business of Coutts, significantly expanding its global AUM.