Global Finance Recognizes BBVA’s Leadership in Investment Banking Infrastructure Finance and Debt Markets Across Europe and the Americas

Global Finance Recognizes BBVA’s Leadership in Investment Banking Infrastructure Finance and Debt Markets Across Europe and the Americas

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has received several major recognitions from Global Finance, which named the bank Best Investment Bank in Spain, Mexico, Peru and Türkiye while also acknowledging its leadership in infrastructure finance across Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe and its strength in debt capital markets in the latter region. The awards highlight the effectiveness of BBVA’s integrated Corporate & Investment Banking model that combines strategic advisory, capital markets access and structured financing capabilities. The bank continues to play a significant role in complex transactions across multiple regions, supporting activities ranging from IPOs and renewable energy financing in Spain to mergers and acquisitions, project finance and sustainable instruments in Latin America. In Türkiye, Garanti BBVA contributed to the group’s recognition through strong advisory and capital markets activity supported by local expertise and international distribution. The distinctions reflect BBVA’s experience in structuring sophisticated financing solutions, its deep client relationships and its ability to mobilize diverse sources of capital to support infrastructure development and long-term sustainable economic growth.

(PRESS RELEASE) AMSTERDAM, 13-Mar-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — BBVA has received multiple international distinctions from Global Finance, which has named the bank Best Investment Bank in Spain, Mexico, Peru and Türkiye. The publication also recognized BBVA’s leadership in infrastructure financing in Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe, along with its strength in debt capital markets across Central and Eastern Europe.

These recognitions highlight BBVA’s growing international influence in investment banking and underline the effectiveness of its integrated Corporate & Investment Banking (CIB) model. The bank’s approach combines strategic advisory services, access to global capital markets and advanced structured financing capabilities, enabling clients to execute complex transactions that support expansion and long-term value creation.

In Spain, BBVA has reinforced its role as a major advisory and financing partner for corporations. The bank offers expertise across mergers and acquisitions, capital markets transactions, corporate lending and structured financing solutions. Within a mature and highly competitive financial environment, BBVA has supported numerous large-scale transactions, including public listings and major renewable energy financing projects, further strengthening its position in sustainable finance.

The bank’s strong performance extends across Latin America. In Mexico, BBVA has established a leading role in mergers and acquisitions by deal volume while also maintaining a strong position in debt capital markets, syndicated lending and project finance. These capabilities have positioned the bank as a key financial partner for both corporations and institutions operating in the region.

In Peru, the past year has been particularly active for BBVA, with the bank playing a central role in advising and financing acquisitions across sectors such as energy and telecommunications. It has also been involved in structuring and placing sustainable financial instruments in regional markets, supporting investments aligned with environmental and sustainability goals.

In Türkiye, Garanti BBVA contributed to the group’s recognition through strong performance in advisory services, structured financing and capital markets activity. The institution combines deep domestic market expertise with access to international investors, delivering consistent transaction execution despite a challenging macroeconomic environment.

Beyond these national awards, Global Finance also highlighted BBVA’s leadership in arranging infrastructure financing transactions across Western Europe and Central and Eastern Europe, as well as its prominence in regional debt markets. These distinctions reflect the bank’s experience in structuring complex long-term financing solutions, its strong client relationships and its ability to mobilize diversified sources of capital. They also demonstrate BBVA’s capacity to provide tailored financial solutions that support infrastructure development and the transition toward more sustainable economic models.

Roberto Albaladejo, Global Head of Strategy, Client Coverage and Sustainability at BBVA CIB, noted that the recognitions illustrate the bank’s commitment to supporting clients in their most important strategic decisions. He emphasized that BBVA combines sector expertise, global reach and strong execution capabilities to help organizations achieve sustainable long-term growth.

Overall, the awards reinforce BBVA’s position as a trusted financial partner for corporations and institutions across Europe and the Americas, providing customized investment banking solutions designed to meet the specific needs of each market.

SOURCE: Banco Bilbao Vizcaya Argentaria, S.A.