Erste Group Bank AG is a leading Central European bank headquartered in Vienna, Austria. Established in 1819, it is one of the largest banks in the region, offering a wide range of banking and financial services. Erste Group focuses on retail and corporate banking, investment banking, and asset management. The bank operates in several Central and Eastern European countries, including the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and Romania, and is known for its emphasis on sustainability and support for the local economy.