General Bank was founded in April 1955, thanks to the vision of Panamanian businessmen who incorporated it as the first private bank in Panama. Currently Panama is the largest private bank in the square, with an extensive infrastructure of 60 branches and over 300 ATM, a universal bank in Costa Rica and representative offices in Mexico, Central America and Colombia. As a bank of high standing, has been recognized for its financial strength, innovation, service excellence and its unwavering commitment to the community and ethical values. Moreover, since 1997, has Rated International Investment Grade from Standard and Poor's and Fitch Ratings, as part of a select group of banks in the region to enjoy this score.