Banco Espírito Santo, S.A.
1250-142 Lisbon, Portugal (Map) Phone: +351-21-350-10-00
Fax: +351-21-855-74-91
Primary US Office:
Subscribers Only http://www.bes.pt
Overview
Banco Espírito Santo (BES) is one the largest banks in Portugal, with about 500 branches throughout the country. It is the flagship of Espírito Santo Financial Group, which holds a controlling stake in the bank. BES has subsidiaries that provide asset management, investment banking, private equity, factoring and leasing, and insurance services. The company has expanded into strategic international markets including Brazil, Spain, France, and the US. The bank's origins date back to 1869, when its namesake José Maria do Espírito Santo e Silva founded Caza de Cambio, a streetside exchange in São Paulo.
Key Numbers from Hoover's UK
Key financials for Banco Espírito Santo, S.A.
| Company Type | Public (Euronext Lisbon: BES) |
|---|---|
| Fiscal Year-End | December |
| 2010 Sales (mil.) | £4,183.9 |
| 1-Year Sales Growth | (7.3%) |
| 2010 Net Income (mil.) | £562.8 |
| 1-Year Net Income Growth | 5.6% |
| 2010 Employees | 9,858 |
| 1-Year Employee Growth | 5.3% |
Key People from Hoover's UK
Key people and executives for Banco Espírito Santo, S.A.
| Chairman | Alberto Alves de Oliveira Pinto (Subscribers see complete biographies -- view sample)
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|---|---|
| Vice Chairman and President | Ricardo Espírito Santo Silva Salgado |
| Head Human Resources | Pedro Raposo |
Top Competitors from Hoover's UK
Top competitors of Banco Espírito Santo, S.A.
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