A BANK THAT WORKS FOR YOU

Cornerstone Trust & Merchant Bank is now Barita Merchant Bank.

Same team. Same commitment to your success with the full strength of the Barita Financial Group.

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WHAT THIS MEANS FOR YOU

Nothing changes for you, except the name.

Your accounts, balances, interest rates, and all contractual terms remain exactly as they are. Your relationship manager is unchanged. Your standing instructions continue without interruption. No action is required on your part.

WHY BARITA MERCHANT BANK

A merchant bank built for the long term

The name change reflects where we stand: firmly within the Barita Financial Group, with the full weight of four decades of Jamaican financial market leadership behind every client relationship.

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DEPOSIT ACCOUNTS

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Maximize your earnings with competitive interest rates.

LOANS

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Take control of your financial journey with loans tailored for you.

Foreign Exchange
Trading

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Competitive rates and expert support for confident global transactions.

THE BARITA FINANCIAL GROUP

One relationship. The full range of financial services.

BMB has built a reputation for delivering personalized service that truly caters to our clients. Our mission is to serve you with excellence, making sure you’re proud to be part of our journey.  Together, we can explore the path to financial success, one step at a time.

Barita Merchant Bank

Corporate and institutional banking
Lending, treasury, and structured finance for businesses with complex financial needs.

Barita Investments

Investment management across capital markets
Equities, fixed income, and structured products for private and institutional clients.

Barita Fund Managers

Unit trusts and managed portfolios
Collective investment solutions for individuals and institutions seeking managed exposure.

Frequently Asked Questions

As part of our transition from Cornerstone Trust & Merchant Bank (CTMB) to Barita Merchant Bank (BMB), we are committed to keeping you informed, supported, and confident every step of the way.

While our name has changed, our focus remains the same, delivering the trusted service you rely on, now strengthened by the broader capabilities of the Barita Financial Group. This transition reflects a more connected and integrated approach to serving you, with enhanced access to expertise, solutions, and opportunities.

Below, you’ll find answers to commonly asked questions to help you better understand what this means for you, what remains unchanged, and the added value you can now expect.

No. Beyond the name change, everything remains the same.Cornerstone Trust & Merchant Bank (CTMB) has been rebranded as Barita Merchant Bank, reflecting a stronger alignment within the Barita Financial Group and a more integrated approach to serving our clients.

No. There are no changes to your:

  • Accounts 
  • Balances 
  • Terms and conditions 
  • Relationship Manager or service team 

Your day-to-day banking experience remains unchanged.

Yes. You will continue to work with the same trusted team that understands your business and financial needs.

This transition enhances your experience by giving you access to:

  • A stronger, more integrated financial platform 
  • Broader financial solutions 
  • Deeper expertise and advisory capabilities 

It means your financial needs as our valued client can now be supported more holistically, drawing on a wider range of capabilities across the Barita Financial Group.

Our “One Group” approach brings together the full strength of the Barita Financial Group to serve you more seamlessly.

For you, this means:

  • Greater access to solutions 
  • Better coordination across services 
  • A more connected and efficient client experience 

Barita Merchant Bank continues to specialize in:

  • Corporate lending 
  • Treasury services 
  • Structured finance 

Barita Merchant Bank is backed by over 40 years of group expertise and a proven track record of performance across market cycles.

Yes. Barita Merchant Bank operates under the regulatory oversight of the Bank of Jamaica, ensuring strong governance and risk management.

You will benefit from a more integrated and efficient experience, with:

  • Faster access to solutions 
  • Improved coordination across services 
  • Enhanced advisory support 

We will continue to invest in making your experience:

  • Easier 
  • Smarter 
  • More connected 

Please contact your Relationship Manager or the Barita Merchant Bank team. We are here to support you.