DnB NOR best Norwegian foreign exchange bank.

The renowned Global Finance magazine has named DnB NOR best Norwegian foreign
exchange bank. In an evaluation of foreign exchange banks in 82 countries and
regions, the magazine asked representatives from different sectors of the
financial services industry to choose the best banks. Key criteria included
transaction volumes, market shares, global coverage, customer service,
competitive pricing and use of innovative technology. 
 
"DnB NOR Markets has once again been selected as Norway's best FX bank, and
this is in itself an absolute requirement for our operations," says executive
vice president Jørn Pedersen. "Our aim is to take a key position in the Nordic
market. In step with a strengthening of our position in the Swedish market,
this should be within reach," says Pedersen. 
 
According to Global Finance, they have found the banks that meet customer
requirements. The best banks will be presented in the January 2008 issue, and
the award ceremony will be held in Washington in October this year in
connection with a meeting of the World Bank. Deutsche Bank was named best
global bank and best bank in Western Europe. 
 
 
Contact person:
Tore Dyrdahl, communication officer, telephone: +47 907 52 788