AB Bank

AB Bank PLC (formerly Arab Bangladesh Bank) is the first private sector commercial bank in Bangladesh, incorporated on December 31, 1981, and commencing operations on April 12, 1982. Headquartered in Gulshan, Dhaka, it currently operates 104 full-service branches and over 250 ATMs nationwide.

• Retail & Consumer Banking: Includes savings and current accounts, fixed deposits (FDR), personal loans, home loans, and auto loans.
• Corporate & SME Banking: Offers trade finance, project finance, working capital solutions, and specialized SME loan products like Gati, Proshar, and Awparajita.
• Islamic Banking: Operates Shariah-compliant services such as Hire Purchase under Shirkatul Melk (HPSM), Bai Muajjal, and Mudaraba.
• Digital Platforms: The bank recently relaunched its internet banking app, AB Direct, which supports real-time fund transfers, bill payments, and instant account opening via e-KYC. As of early 2026, the app has added features for managing credit limits and bus ticket booking.