Investment Bank Awards

Global Finance uses a proprietary algorithm with criteria—such as market share, number and size of deals, service and advice, structuring capabilities, distribution network, efforts to address market conditions, innovation, pricing, after-market performance of underwritings and market reputation—to score and select winners. Entries from banks and input from industry experts is also considered.

Global Finance’s awards and recognition programs are the trusted standard of excellence for the financial industry. They are backed by a 39-year history of editorial accuracy and integrity. Global Finance’s corporate and financial audience depends on these awards because they are credible, reliable and have stood the test of time. 

Winners will be published in the April 2026 print and digital editions as well as on GFMag.com. Honorees will be celebrated at Global Finance’s Best Investment Banks and Sustainable Finance Awards in London (Date TBA). 

Those making submissions should provide concise information in the following areas:

1. Key financials, including earnings, ROE, and market share (submit data on number and size of deals for the trailing 12 months, position on league tables, or other comparisons with competitors).

2. Details of key capabilities and services offered (including deal-structuring capabilities, distribution network and staff dedicated to investment banking).

3. Innovation in financing and new product introduction since between Q4 2024 and Q3 2025.

4. Competitive pricing and after-market performance of underwritten securities.