To help the people and businesses of
Britain thrive over the long term 

 

Over 140 YEARS

Successfully trading since 1878

Close Brothers Savings is part of leading UK merchant banking group Close Brothers Group plc, founded in 1878. We are committed to the principles of Modern Merchant Banking, serving the needs of today's customers with the traditional values and strength of our heritage. Close Brothers Savings, a subsidiary of Close Brothers Limited, has been providing dedicated personal savings accounts to UK residents and businesses since 2008.

Financial highlights below taken from Close Brothers Group plc Half Year Results 2021. 

Adjusted operating profit*: £128.5 million
Total client assets:  £14.9bn

For a brief financial overview, read our Results Summary.

Additional information and supporting documentation at Close Brothers Group website.

*Adjusted operating profit is stated before amortisation of intangible assets on acquisition of £1.5 million (H1 2020: £1.6 million).

Aa3 RATED

One of the UK's highest rated banks

Close Brothers Limited is one the UK's highest rated banks with a Aa3 credit rating from Moody’s Investors Service and an A- rating from Fitch Ratings Ltd. These ratings reflect the strength of our business model, prudent approach and solid track record in profitability. 

Moody's Investors Services                                Fitch Ratings Ltd 
Short term rating: P1                                              Short term rating: F2
Long term rating:  Aa3                                            Long term rating:  A-
 

AWARDS

2021

Winner - Best Variable Rate Business Savings Provider - Moneynet Awards

Highly Commended - Best Notice Account Provider - Savings Champion Awards 

Finalist - Best Online Savings Provider - Savings Champion Awards 

Finalist - Best Savings Provider - Savings Champion Awards 

2020

Finalist - Best Notice Account Provider - Moneyfacts Awards

Finalist - Best Savings Provider - British Bank Awards

Finalist - Best Notice Account Provider - Savings Champion Awards

 

2019

Winner - Treating Customers Fairly Champion - British Bank Awards
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Winner - Savers Choice - Savings Champion Awards
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Finalist - ECCCSA - Best Small Customer Services Team
 

2018

Winner - Customer Services Champion - British Bank Awards
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These achievements reflect our commitment to providing the highest level of service, building long-lasting relationships with our customers and earning recommendations. We also have a UK-wide network of Business Development Managers who are empowered to offer dedicated and face-to-face support to our corporate customers.