At the end of World War II, Kasikorn Bank was established on 8 June 1945 by Mr. Choti Lamsam along with Thai-Chinese relatives. In early days, the bank placed emphasis on financial services for farmers, who made up the majority of Thai population. Such initiative kept the economy rolling despite hard times during the War. Kasikorn Bank’s first head office was located on Sua Pa Road, Bangkok. At that time, this area was a predominately ethnic Chinese business and trade district. Afterwards, the first branch was opened in Hat Yai District, Songkhla, followed by the opening of more branches in major provinces.