Author: Van Lanschot
Date: 03-12-2008
The rating agencies Standard & Poor's (S&P) and Fitch Ratings yesterday reconfirmed their credit rating for F. van Lanschot Bankiers N.V. at A (Single A) with a stable outlook. The reconfirmations follow Van Lanschot's announcement on 1 December 2008 of the issue of preference shares to strengthen its capital position.
In its report, S&P again attributed this rating to Van Lanschot's "conservative management and solid asset quality, together with a sound capital base and strong funding position."
According to Fitch Ratings, "Van Lanschot's ratings also take into account the bank's strengthened capitalisation and adequate liquidity."
's-Hertogenbosch, the Netherlands, 3 December 2008
Van Lanschot Media Relations: Etienne te Brake, Corporate Communication spokesperson
Van Lanschot Investor Relations: Geraldine Bakker-Grier, Investor Relations Manager
Van Lanschot NV is the holding company of F. van Lanschot Bankiers NV, the oldest independent bank in the Netherlands with a history dating back to 1737. Van Lanschot focuses on three target groups: high net-worth individuals, medium-sized businesses (including family businesses) and institutional investors. Van Lanschot stands for high-quality services founded on integrated advice, personal service and customised solutions. Van Lanschot NV is listed on the Euronext Amsterdam Stock Market.
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