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1st - 1st October

“Recognizing the Most Innovative & Ground-breaking Deals in Saudi Arabia”

Join the industry's most high-profile figures in celebrating!

Since 2014, the Global Banking & Markets AWARDS (formerly the Bonds, Loans & ESG Capital Markets Awards) has been recognising the most innovative and ground-breaking deals from Sovereign, Corporate and Financial Institution issuers and borrowers.

The exhaustive selection process involves close examination of deal size, tenor, structure, and distribution; analysis and background of the borrower and their accessibility to financing; with extra credit for those deals demonstrating high quality execution, accessing new pools of liquidity, innovative structuring, and opening-up new markets.

Bringing together the industry’s most high-profile figures, the Global Banking & Markets: Saudi Arabia AWARDS 2026 ceremony is an opportunity to raise the profile of the financial markets and to inspire future issuance.

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Awards Ceremony & Dinner: Celebrate success at our prestigious awards night with colleagues, clients, and industry leaders. Enjoy premium tables for up to 10 guests, with exclusive VIP seating offering front-row views and champagne service. Winners can bring their team on stage, capture the moment with professional photography, and take home a personalised award tombstone.

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Celebrate your success in style and maximize the impact of your win. Learn more and secure your place today!

Criteria to Enter

All deals and activities in your submission must incorporate deals that came to market or activities by institutions between 1st January 2025 and 30th March 2026
All nominations must be submitted via the awards platform
All nomination forms must be submitted before the deadline: end of 15th May 2026
There are no entry fees to be paid to submit to the awards

Awards Categories

Deal of the Year Awards

Marquee Deals of the Year

Global Banking & Markets Deal of the Year
Groundbreaking Deal of the Year
Most innovative Deal of the Year

Bond Deals of the Year

Bond Deal of the Year
Sovereign Supra & Agency Bond Deal of the Year
Quasi-Sovereign Bond Deal of the Year
Corporate Bond Deal of the Year
Financial Institutions Bond Deal of the Year
High Yield Bond Deal of the Year
Local Currency Bond Deal of the Year
ESG Bond Deal of the Year
Liability Management Deal of the Year
Debut Bond Deal of the Year

Loan Deals of the Year

Loan Deal of the Year
Sovereign, Supra & Agency Syndicated Loan Deal of the Year
Corporate Syndicated Loan Deal of the Year
Financial Institutions Syndicated Loan Deal of the Year
Leveraged Loan Deal of the Year
Local Currency Loan Deal of the Year
ESG Loan Deal of the Year
Debut Loan Deal of the Year

Debt Deals of the Year by Sector

Project Finance Deal of the Year
Export Finance Deal of the Year
Trade Finance Deal of the Year
Power Finance Deal of the Year
Water & Utilities Deal of the Year
Infrastructure Deal of the Year
Renewable Energy Deal of the Year
Energy Transition Deal of the Year
Transport Finance Deal of the Year
Natural Resources Finance Deal of the Year
Technology Media and Telecom Finance Deal of the Year
Health & Education Deal of the Year
Private Credit Deal of the Year
Restructuring Deal of the Year
Real Estate Finance Deal of the Year

Investment Banking Deal Awards

Equity Capital Markets Deal of the Year
International IPO Deal of the Year
Local IPO Deal of the Year
Private Equity Deal of the Year
M&A Deal of the Year

Islamic Finance Awards

Islamic Capital Markets Deal of the Year
Financial Institutions Sukuk Deal of the Year
Corporate Sukuk Deal of the Year
Sovereign, Supranational or Agency Sukuk Deal of the Year
Islamic Syndication Deal of the Year

Awards for Excellence

Global Banking & Capital Markets Team of the Year
Debt (Bonds and Loans) House of the Year
Investment Bank of the Year
Bond House of the Year
Loan House of the Year
Sovereign, Supra and Agency Bond House of the Year
Corporate Bond House of the Year
Financial Institutions Bond House of the Year
High Yield Bond House of the Year
Local Markets Bond House of the Year
ESG Bond House of the Year
Project Finance House of the Year
ESG Loan House of the Year
Real Estate House of the Year
Structured Finance House of the Year
Equity Capital Markets House of the Year
Global Markets House of the Year
Islamic Finance House of the Year

Legal Adviser Awards

Debt Capital Markets Legal Adviser of the Year
Banking & Finance Legal Adviser of the Year
Equity Capital Markets Legal Adviser of the Year
Project Finance Legal Adviser of the Year
Local DCM Legal Adviser of the Year
Local Loan & Structured Finance Legal Adviser of the Year
Local ECM Legal Adviser of the Year

Treasury and Funding Teams of the Year

Sovereign, Supra & Agency Treasury Funding Team of the Year
Quasi-Sovereign / GRE Treasury & Funding Team of the Year
Bank Treasury & Funding Team of the Year
Corporate Treasury & Funding Team of the Year
Project Sponsor of the Year

Reasons to Attend

Recognising the most innovative & ground-breaking deals from the globe.

Showcase your win
Make valuable connections
Celebrate

Showcase your win

Winning an award is a testament to your dedication and success.

Attending the ceremony maximizes this achievement, reinforcing your brand’s commitment to excellence and respect for the industry.

Your presence showcases your leadership, gives your team a well-deserved moment in the spotlight, and positions your business among the top in the industry.

Make valuable connections

Our Award ceremonies bring together industry leaders, experts, potential collaborators, and future clients—all in one room.

Offering unparalleled networking opportunities in a dynamic, celebratory setting.

Engage with fellow industry leaders, sparking valuable partnerships, mentorships, or client relationships.

Celebrate

Celebrate your team’s achievements with your key clients and other industry leaders.

Create valuable team-building experiences, allowing your team to enjoy a well-deserved night off while celebrating your company’s commitment to excellence.

Roll out the red carpet - enjoy an evening complete with great food, great entertainment and moment of anticipation.

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PROCESS TO ENTER:

- All submissions must be received by COB on Friday 8th November 2024
- Winners will be notified of their success from w/c 10th February 2025
- The Global Banking & Markets: Africa AWARDS Ceremony will be held on Wednesday 26th March 2025 at the Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town

Judging Process: These awards are independently determined and awarded by Global Banking & Markets (“GBM”), and therefore represent the opinion of GBM. The significant resource and weighting we dedicate to our market sounding process for each of our awards globally, in conjunction with our own market knowledge, is what informs our final decisions.

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Why does your Industry Participate?

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Financial Services

To gain visibility amongst LatAm & Caribbean’s capital markets elite

To meet DCM bankers, law firm partners and treasurers/corporate finance teams from the region’s issuers in one location

To get in front of prospects who are proactively seeking new business partners and network/hold 1-2-1 meetings with senior decision-makers