Ottoman Bank

The Ottoman Bank was a major financial institution founded in 1890, originally serving as a bridge between the Ottoman Empire and European markets. It played a key role in modernizing Turkey’s economy, providing banking services, currency exchange, and credit facilities. The bank helped facilitate international trade and investment during the late Ottoman period and early years of the Turkish Republic. Over time, it evolved into a prominent bank in Turkey, merging local and international banking practices, and significantly contributing to the country’s economic development through its banking operations and financial services.