Crédit Agricole Group in United Kingdom
From its origins as a pioneering foreign branch to its role as a trusted partner for clients in an evolving financial landscape, Crédit Agricole’s history in the UK mirrors both the growth of the City of London and the transformation of global finance. Today, more than 1,600 employees from six entities work there.
A bit of history
Driven by the Franco-Prussian War, Crédit Lyonnais opened a branch in the City of London in 1870, when London stood as the world’s financial capital. This move marked the Bank’s first step into the international arena, confirming its global ambitions from an early stage.
Slight Keynesian boost to growth in 2026 and an energy-driven fall in inflation
Benchmarks 2025
Population: 69,5 million
Unemployment rate: 4,7%
GDP: 56 661 dollars / capita
GDP growrh : 1,4 % in 2025, 1,2 % in 2026 et 1,4% in 2027
Inflation : 3,4 % in 2025, 2,1 % in 2026 et 2 % in 2027
Public debt : 102,9 % of GDP in 2025, 105 % in 2026 and 106,1 % in 2027
CO2 emissions: 5 tonnes / capita (2022)
Sources : FMI, Crédit Agricole S.A. / ECO
The forces at work
Crédit Agricole has more than 1,650 employees working for 6 entities.
| Setup | Business activity |
Amundi UK
225 employees (19/01/2026) £69 billion under management (Dec. 2025) | Amundi has been present in the British market since 1999, when the Global Fixed Income team was relocated to London. Since then, the London office has developed and now hosts the Global Fixed Income, Emerging Markets, Leveraged Loans teams, ESG analysts, ETFs, as well as the Amundi Investment Institute and Amundi Technology. |
CA Auto Bank Approximately 300 employees | CA Auto Bank has been active in the UK market since 1996. It aims to become the independent and multi-brand leader in automotive financing, leasing and green mobility.
Drivalia UK was established in 2021. The company continues to strengthen its presence in the UK, with a fleet now exceeding 4,000 vehicles and a network of 55 stores. |
CACEIS Approximately 85 employees | CACEIS in the UK serves a clientele of asset management companies, wealth managers, private equity clients and real estate and pension funds. CACEIS offers all asset servicing services on all types of assets in this dynamic market, including custody, fund administration, depositary and reporting services. |
Crédit Agricole S.A. Approximately 20 employees | Management Relay of Crédit Agricole S.A. Diversifying Crédit Agricole Group’s sources of financing Ensure the establishment of synergies between entities |
Wealth Dynamix (Indosuez) Approximately 120 employees | WealthTech Founded in 2012, Wealth Dynamix specialises in customer lifecycle management solutions for private banks, wealth management and asset management players worldwide. The company offers two complementary offerings: a CLM solution in SaaS mode and a CLM Enterprise platform. |
CACIB 915 employees | With a historic presence in the UK, CACIB is a key player in the Bank's European platform and global network. With nearly 1,000 employees, CACIB UK supports its international clients based in the United Kingdom or operating there. |