Investment Bank Awards

Global Finance will select the winners of the Best Investment Bank Awards 2027 based on independent research and submitted entries. Editors use a proprietary algorithm to assess both quantitative and qualitative factors, including market share, number and size of deals, structuring capabilities, distribution network, innovation, pricing, aftermarket performance, and market reputation. Global Finance considers the full spectrum of institutions, from smaller banks in frontier markets to the global banks that lead the league tables.

Entries are required for consideration in the Regional Sector categories. Entries are not required for the Global Categories; Global Sectors; Regional Categories; or the Country, Territory and District awards, but are strongly suggested, as they materially improve the chances of success by providing context, performance data, and evidence of client engagement, relationships, and innovation that may not be publicly available.

Stage 1: Editorial Review and Initial Screening

Editors narrow the field based on each institution’s relevance and depth of activity in the specific category entered, supported by volume and market-share evidence, and category-specific leadership shown through the quality, scale, and credibility of activity during the review period.

Stage 2: Final Editorial Assessment

Finalists are evaluated against the criteria for their award group: Main Categories (Best Investment Bank, Best ECM Bank, Best DCM Bank, Best M&A Bank); Sector Awards (global and regional sector categories); and Specialist Categories (each with its own tailored methodology). In the event of a tie, editors give greater consideration to local providers over global institutions, and to private-sector banks over government-owned institutions.

For any queries please contact Francesca Lloyd Hallett – francesca@gfmag.com