Hong Leong Bank holds nationwide branch open house

Brings Merdeka promotions closer to customers

Having recently kicked-off its Merdeka promotions, a 3-month long campaign that offers fantastic rewards and attractive prizes, Hong Leong Bank embarkson a nationwide blitz of open houses at 8 selected branches in Kuala Lumpur, Selangor, Perak, Kedah, Johor and Sarawak.

Some of the amazing offers available during the 3 month period are a low interest rate of 1% for housing loans, low monthly installments on personal loans,low 1.5% sales charge on Unit Trust investments, low 6.99% p.a. for life interest rate for balance transfer to Gold credit card and free for lifesupplementary card, 1% cash rebate for auto loan, earn up to 50% p.a. on FD with invest link, choice of exclusive gifts for Priority Banking and manyothers.

The branch open houses are designed to appeal to people from all walks of life - families, singles, retirees, young professionals, etc. Residents near thebranches are invited to the bank branch open house to participate in the many activities lined up - fun contests for children & adults, early birdgiveaways for new sign-ups for Unit Trusts, SmartLink Account and Credit Card as well as rewards, free gifts and fabulous prizes.

For bank personnel, the open house is an ideal opportunity to further build and strengthen customer relationships. "Since 1905, HLB has been serving anever growing number of Malaysians from all over the country, built on a relationship of trust and loyalty," said Ms Moey Tan, Chief Operating Officer forPersonal Financial Services of Hong Leong Bank. After more than a hundred years in Malaysia, a strong brand and the efficient delivery of products andservices through an extensive branch network have become the hallmarks of HLB.

"HLB's sincere aim is to serve its customers better by providing innovative and compelling products. We make sure that our products have a wide appeal - wemake sure to design products relevant to different life stages, different needs, and for different aspirations," said Ms Tan.

"Now is the best time to take advantage of these new offers and also be able to enjoy all the incredible benefits. With the country in Merdeka celebrationmode, it's the best time for us to say thank through these great deals and rewards."

There are over RM1 million worth of prizes in store, including a brand new Nissan X-trail 2.5L for Credit card holders. New customers too, will have ampleopportunities to win attractive prizes and be rewarded with the many contests running throughout the campaign period.

To find out more about HLB's amazing Merdeka offers, please visit any of the branch open houses from 10 am - 4.00 pm on July 14 & 15 at a locationnearest you:

• Selangor

o Wisma Amsteel Securities, 1 Lintang Pekan Baru, Off Jalan Meru, Klang

o 1 Jalan Ambong Kiri 2, Kepong Baru

o 30 Persiaran Tun Abd Aziz, Kajang

• Kuala Lumpur

o 26 Lorong Rahim Kajai 14, Taman Tun Dr Ismail

• Perak

o Lot 1-G-2 (Gr Floor), 1 Persiaran Greentown 2, Greentown Business Centre, Ipoh

• Johor

o 80, Jalan Dedap 13, Taman Johor Jaya

• Kedah

o 9A & 9B, Jln Kampong Baru, 08000 Sg Petani

• Sarawak

o 42, Jalan Pending, Kuching

For more information, please call 1-800-38-8888 during office hours or log on to www.hlb.com.my.

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Press Release - 11/07/2007