Commerzbank, Our values. Our Mittelstand.
Because our mid-market clients’ priorities are our priorities too.
Another top performance!, Commerzbank Best Bank for Corporate Clients and Best German Mittelstandsbank
Our commitment to the "German Mittelstand" and corporate clients is consistently affirmed through outstanding performance. This year, we are proud to have once again been recognized as best German Mittelstandsbank and best bank for Corporate Clients.
This recognition by FINANCE Magazine's "Banking Survey 2025" is not only a testament to our expertise but also to the trusting relationship we have with our clients. In the annual study, the magazine surveyed 250 decision-makers from the finance departments of German companies. Their positive evaluation demonstrates how much our partnerships are valued and our expertise recognized.
Partnership and understanding are at the core of our success – and this is reflected in the experiences and feedback from our clients. Learn more in our video now:
Our values: closeness and understanding
tonies SE
, “We not only have a bank by our side but also a partner that truly understands our business model and advises us on all aspects of our operations.”Inspiring, educational and extremely popular – children around the world love tonies SE products. Tonies and Tonieboxes play songs and stories and their intuitive design means that they are easy to use. Now a global player, tonies SE has worked with Commerzbank since its start-up days. The Bank provides customised solutions to secure liquidity and international financing in every growth phase. The world’s largest interactive audio platform for children is located in four German cities as well as in the United Kingdom, the USA and France.
Commerzbank
, When clients become partners.Our number one priority is to understand your business model and the factors driving your industries and markets. We provide our holistic advisory services in a spirit of partnership and trust.
Our extensive know-how enables us to offer solutions tailored to your individual requirements and targets.
Our values: growth and sustainability
KNETTENBRECH + GURDULIC Service GmbH & Co. KG
, “Joining forces with a trusted partner allows us to achieve sustainable growth.”Waste disposal company KNETTENBRECH + GURDULIC is located in 30 cities across Germany and has been relying on Commerzbank’s expertise for more than 20 years. Our client was an early player in the field of sustainability and ESG1 and has benefited from our specialist know-how, for example on ESG-linked loans (where interest payments are linked to sustainability criteria).
Our client also operates an infrared commercial waste sorting plant, financed by Commerzbank with a KfW ERP Digitalisation and Innovation Loan.
Commerzbank
, Working together to invest in a sustainable future.Both the German Mittelstand and Commerzbank are committed to shaping a sustainable future 2. That is why we have developed a wide range of sustainable products and services for you.
From green finance solutions to socially responsible investments, we are committed to working with you to generate a positive contribution to society and the environment. From initial consultation to final implementation, we will be at your side during your company’s sustainable transformation. Every step of the way.
Our values: tradition and innovation
Paul Lange & Co. OHG
, “We have always known that we can rely on our bank.”Paul Lange & Co. OHG has had over 75 successful years on two wheels. Active in eight European markets, the company has established itself as a leading name in the European bicycle industry with its flagship SHIMANO and numerous other brands. We have been providing comprehensive advisory services to multiple generations at Paul Lange & Co. OHG for more than 60 years.
One thing that has never changed is the direct, personal relationship – founded on mutual trust and respect – between the Bank and all active family members.
We support the company with our expertise in regular discussions on strategic and operating matters.
Commerzbank
, We and our clients have never seen tradition and transformation as being mutually exclusive.Today we are living in a digital age. But back when Commerzbank was founded, sailing boats were still the main means of international transport. We have been a part of change for over 150 years, anticipating transformations and their impact on the German Mittelstand. This has shaped the fast, secure and efficient digital services that are provided alongside – but never instead of – personal advice from your local Commerzbank branch, our specialists and global relationship managers.
Whether we help you make succession arrangements for your company or provide unique insight as the leading German bank for foreign trade, our comprehensive financial management expertise is at your disposal whenever you need it, in whichever way you need it and exactly the way you expect it.
Interview
, “We remain committed to catering to the needs and expectations of mid-market companies.”What makes Commerzbank’s clear strategic focus on the mid-market sector so special and so unique? Why do around 24,000 corporate groups look to us as their partner of choice? Divisional Board Members Sabrina Kensy, Dr Stefan Otto and Robert Schindler sum it up perfectly: we want to be the best bank for the mid-market sector.
Commerzbank is Germany’s leading mid-market bank. Numerous awards and excellent market research results are testament to the prime position the Bank has held for so many years. Our superb track record is a result of long-term client relationships, mutual trust and an in-depth, cross-sector understanding of the German Mittelstand.
Deputy Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors Commerzbank AG
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