ING Group

ING is a Dutch-based international financial group, which ranks among the largest European banks in terms of equity and stock market capitalisation.

ING has a capital base over 25 billion EUR and a total assets close to 650 billion EUR at the end of 2000. The Group achieved a net profit of 4,9 billion Euros in 1999, and 12 billion EUR in 2000.

ING has a rating of AA- by Standard & Poor' S and of Aa2 by Moody's. For two consecutive years, ING Group was elected best European financial institution by the Financial Times.

ING is active in all the major international financial centres and in the majority of the emerging countries.

ING is a reputable international institution with a solid financial base, which brings security to all parties (manufacturers, customers, investors, administrations...).

ING has a global vision of the financial world and a strong local presence, which enables the group to bring the best service to its customers.

ING employs more than 100 000 staff, including around 1200 in France, a country with an increasing importance for the group.

The ING Group on internet: www.ing.com