"The history of the RZB Group has shown that banks can base their operations on cooperative ideals such as sustainability, subsidiarity and on helping people to help themselves. Wherever we work we have our place in local society. Our policies advance sustainability and contribute to the common good. This is what makes our brand so successful."
Patrick Butler MA
Member of the RZB Managing Board
Our "we are here to stay" principle expresses our cooperative roots. We feel a responsibility to the regions where we work and the people who live there, and pursue long-term strategies.
We are here to stay
Our investments and transactions are designed to have positive effects on the regions and economies where we operate:
- Sustainable economic growth
Our successful investments in Austria and Central and Eastern Europe have made a major contribution to regional economic development. We provide stability by maintaining an active presence even in times of crisis.
- Retaining skilled labour
The brain drain is one of the big challenges facing Central and Eastern Europe. We help to lessen its impact by creating quality jobs.
- Stimulus from investment
Our investments stimulate economic growth. We also finance infrastructure projects.
- Fair taxation
The countries where we operate create an economic environment in which we can be successful. In return we do our bit for the public purse.
- Active role in society
We attach great importance to donations and sponsorship. Many staff members also make a personal contribution to society by performing voluntary work.
- Social responsibility
Social responsibility is essential if the fruits of economic success are to be fairly distributed. We fight corruption, human trafficking and money laundering, and observe strict controls on arms dealing.
- Internal environmental policies
Responsibly run businesses act as role models for energy and resource conservation. By setting an example we can attract publicity as pioneers, and be more active imitators.
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