Commonwealth Bank of Australia
The Commonwealth Bank was founded under the Commonwealth Bank Act in 1911 and commenced operations in 1912, empowered to conduct both savings and general banking business. Today, we’ve grown to a business with more than 700,000 shareholders and over 38,000 employees. We offer a full range of financial services to help all Australians build and manage their finances. For a brief history of the C
The Commonwealth Bank was founded under the Commonwealth Bank Act in 1911 and commenced operations in 1912, empowered to conduct both savings and general banking business. Today, we’ve grown to a business with more than 700,000 shareholders and over 38,000 employees. We offer a full range of financial services to help all Australians build and manage their finances. For a brief history of the Commonwealth Bank, visit the following pages: The beginnings (early 19th century) Foundation (1912–1920) Development as a central bank (1920–1960) Commonwealth Banking Corporation (1960–1980) Privatisation (1991) and subsequent developments Bibliography Past leaders Amalgamations
Address: Senator House, 85 Queen Victoria Street, London, EC4V 4HA
Phone: +44 20 77103999
FAX: +44 20 77103939
