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Hamilton Reserve Bank Signs New Cyprus Deal To Expand Regional Reach

Hamilton Reserve Bank has signed a cooperation agreement with Nicosia-based corporate finance and advisory firm SEE Capital Hamilton Ltd to develop business contacts in Cyprus, Greece and Israel.

Announced on August 6, the agreement covers independent marketing and prospective client referrals. SEE Capital Hamilton will introduce potential clients to the bank and assist with regional market research.

The company is not a bank, branch or representative office of Hamilton Reserve Bank in Cyprus and is not licensed to accept deposits. It will not provide banking services, approve clients or open accounts.

All banking services will be provided directly by Hamilton Reserve Bank, with prospective clients subject to the bank’s due diligence and compliance procedures.

Focus On The Region

Hamilton Reserve Bank said SEE Capital Hamilton has business relationships across Cyprus, Greece and Israel, while the bank aims to increase its visibility among businesses and professionals in the region.

Chairman Sir Tony Baldry said the bank is looking to serve shipowners, businesses, lawyers, bankers, family offices and financial advisers across Southern Europe, Israel and beyond.

No Banking Branch In Cyprus

Hamilton Reserve Bank is not listed in the Central Bank of Cyprus register of domestic or foreign credit institutions and branches operating in the Republic.

Under Cyprus regulations, a credit institution licensed in a third country must obtain the relevant authorisation to operate through a local branch. The new agreement therefore does not establish a banking branch for Hamilton Reserve Bank in Cyprus.

About The Bank

Hamilton Reserve Bank is based in Nevis, part of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. According to the bank, it serves clients in around 150 countries and offers services in 126 currencies, with more than $20 billion in deposits and assets under custody.

SEE Capital Hamilton is described as a private investment and advisory company providing business development services and introducing clients to new markets.

Cyprus Loan Growth Accelerates To 14% In September

Lending in Cyprus accelerated in September, with the annual growth rate of total loans reaching 14%, up from 11.8% in August. Deposits also recorded a stronger monthly increase, according to the Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC).

Total deposits rose by a net €697.1 million to €60.2 billion at the end of September. Total loans increased by €857.8 million to €29.6 billion, according to the CBC’s October 2026 Monetary and Financial Statistics.

Deposit Growth Strengthens

Deposits recorded a monthly increase of €697.1 million, more than four times the €171.5 million rise in August. However, the annual growth rate remained unchanged at 6.5%.

Deposits held by Cyprus residents increased by €639.9 million. Household deposits rose by €93.8 million, while deposits held by non-financial corporations grew by €373 million. Other domestic sectors contributed a further €173.1 million.

Annual Loan Growth Reaches 14%

Total loans increased by a net €857.8 million in September, compared with €114.6 million in August. The annual growth rate accelerated to 14%, up from 11.8% a month earlier.

Lending to Cyprus residents rose by €470.8 million. Loans to households increased by €52.2 million, while lending to non-financial corporations grew by €110.1 million. Other domestic sectors recorded a larger increase of €308.5 million.

The figures cover deposits and loans held by monetary financial institutions in September 2026.

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