Hong Leong Bank Berhad, commonly known as Hong Leong Bank, is a prominent financial institution headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Established in 1905, the bank has evolved significantly, marking key milestones in its journey, including the expansion of its services across Southeast Asia.
Operating primarily in the banking and financial services industry, Hong Leong Bank offers a diverse range of products, including personal and business banking, wealth management, and Islamic banking solutions. Its commitment to innovation and customer-centric services sets it apart in a competitive market.
With a strong market position, Hong Leong Bank has garnered numerous accolades for its service excellence and digital banking initiatives, solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in the region.
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Industry Intensity
Financial Intermediation is among the least carbon-intensive industries
Industry performance
The Financial Intermediation industry has increased its overall emissions by 11% since 2019
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
Reported emissions
Scope 3 accounts for ••• of total emissions.
Hong Leong Bank's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, Hong Leong Bank reported total carbon emissions of approximately 38.3 million kg CO2e. This figure includes Scope 1 emissions of about 95,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of approximately 24.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of around 12.8 million kg CO2e. The Scope 3 emissions breakdown includes significant contributions from employee commuting (about 10.1 million kg CO2e) and business travel (approximately 1.9 million kg CO2e). Comparatively, in 2024, the bank's total emissions were about 41.2 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 at approximately 102,000 kg CO2e, Scope 2 at around 26.4 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at about 13.7 million kg CO2e. In 2023, total emissions were reported at approximately 41.1 million kg CO2e, with Scope 1 emissions of about 1.1 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 at approximately 11.6 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 at around 12.7 million kg CO2e. Hong Leong Bank has not set specific reduction targets through the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other formal climate pledges. The emissions data is cascaded from its parent company, Hong Leong Bank Berhad, indicating a corporate family relationship that influences its sustainability reporting. Overall, Hong Leong Bank is actively monitoring its carbon footprint and has disclosed emissions across all three scopes, reflecting a commitment to transparency in its climate impact.
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Hong Leong Bank’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
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