Vallis Nostra Bank
Vallis Nostra Bank is an independent financial institution defined by a forward-looking vision, principled governance, and a culture of innovation. Since our founding, we have remained dedicated to serving clients, partners, and communities with integrity, always upholding our commitment to long-term value and uncompromising quality.
About VNB
Vallis Nostra Bank is a global financial institution specializing in wealth management, asset management, and tailored financial advisory services for individuals, families, and institutions. Our expertise spans multi-asset strategies, sustainable investments, and long-term capital preservation, all grounded in a disciplined and client-centric approach.
Unlike traditional commercial banks, we do not engage in investment banking activities such as underwriting, mergers and acquisitions, or proprietary trading. We also refrain from offering retail banking products or issuing commercial loans.
This strategic focus allows us to maintain independence, avoid conflicts of interest, and dedicate our full attention to the needs and long-term goals of our clients.
By aligning our business exclusively around investment and advisory excellence, Vallis Nostra Bank ensures clarity of purpose and integrity in everything we do.
VNB Perspective
Our Core Values
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Uncompromised Integrity
Free from external shareholder pressures, VNB maintains full strategic and operational independence. This empowers us to make unbiased decisions guided solely by the best interests of our clients, employees, and investment partners—preserving the clarity and objectivity that define true financial stewardship.
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Sustainable Vision
Our perspective is rooted in long-term thinking. Rather than chasing fleeting market trends, we focus on building sustainable, resilient portfolios and relationships. Every decision is made with the future in mind—ensuring value creation for clients and lasting impact for society.
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Collective Strength
Collaboration is central to how we work. At VNB, we value diverse viewpoints, mutual respect, and inclusivity across teams and geographies. We believe success is best achieved through strong relationships and a culture that celebrates shared goals and interconnected growth.
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Ethical Responsibility
We act with accountability—not only to our clients, but to future generations and the world around us. Responsible governance, environmental commitment, and transparency are embedded in our DNA, ensuring that our work supports both financial performance and social progress.
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Innovative Spirit
We embrace bold ideas and proactive thinking to drive meaningful change. At VNB, entrepreneurship means staying agile, adaptive, and open to new opportunities—while never losing sight of our core values. This spirit fuels our ability to lead with purpose in an evolving world.
Key figures
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825BN USDAssets under management or custody*
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3.16BN CHFOperating income**
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24.5percentTotal capital ratio**
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212percentLiquidity coverage ratio**
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5500+Full-time equivalent employees
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31Offices in financial centres worldwide
*Figures as of 31 March 2025
** Figures as of 31 December 2024
Responsibility is central to Pictet’s way of thinking. In aiming to ensure the prosperity of our clients over the long term, we are instinctively predisposed towards the interests of future generations.
