The Banker Bank of the Year Awards

Overview

The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards recognize top-performing banks globally across country, regional, product, and specialty categories. They are run by The Banker, a Financial Times publication, and are widely pursued because they offer strong international visibility, peer comparison, and editorial credibility. Judging emphasizes financial performance, strategy, innovation, sustainability, and service quality, with winners selected through a competitive editorial review process.

Eligibility Requirements

• Open to licensed full-service commercial banks, retail banks, and digital lenders
• Investment banks and transaction banks are eligible for specific categories
• Entries must reflect achievements from June 2025 to June 2026
• PR firms and media agencies may create entries on behalf of clients
• Some awards are direct-entry; a few are judge-nominated only