ALTA Banka a.d. Beograd, one of Serbia’s leading financial institutions, has made a strategic move to expand regionally by entering the North Macedonian market. The bank aims to strengthen its position as a regional leader in providing modern and accessible financial services.
On September 1, 2025, the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia approved ALTA Bank’s acquisition of 100% of shares in Stopanska Banka a.d. Bitola. Following this, ALTA Bank submitted a prospectus and official offer to the Securities Commission of North Macedonia. On September 10, the Commission approved the takeover, opening the way for the start of the share purchase process on September 11, with participation from Komercijalna Banka a.d. Skopje as the authorized broker.
The acquisition represents ALTA Bank’s strategic commitment to building a strong, connected, and technologically advanced banking network across the Balkans. Entering North Macedonia brings innovation and customer-focused banking services, aiming to be efficient, reliable, and accessible.
Dr. Davor Macura, Chairman of ALTA Bank’s Board and owner of ALTA Group, emphasized that the move reflects the bank’s ambition to shape the future of regional banking, offering clients not just services, but value and support integrated into daily life. The integration process will be conducted systematically and transparently, maintaining business continuity while gradually introducing innovations.
ALTA Group has established itself as a leader in electronic payments and financial services in Serbia. Following the acquisition, Stopanska Banka Bitola will join the Group, supporting digital transformation, innovative solutions, and expanded service availability in North Macedonia, strengthening the regional financial infrastructure.
