International Award Highlights BBVA’s Expanding Role in Supporting Corporate Trade and Supply Chain Finance

International Award Highlights BBVA’s Expanding Role in Supporting Corporate Trade and Supply Chain Finance

(IN BRIEF) BBVA has been named Best Trade Finance Bank in Latin America by Global Finance for the fourth year in a row, reflecting its strong regional network, digital innovation and comprehensive support for companies engaged in international trade. The award, based on criteria including service quality, global coverage and technological capabilities, also highlighted BBVA’s performance in Peru, Argentina and Uruguay. The recognition underscores the bank’s continued investment in digital trade finance solutions and its role in helping businesses manage cross-border operations in an increasingly complex global market.

(PRESS RELEASE) BILBAO, 18-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — BBVA has been recognised as the Best Trade Finance Bank in Latin America in the 2026 awards by Global Finance, marking the fourth consecutive year the international publication has acknowledged the bank’s leadership in this field across the region. The distinction reinforces BBVA’s position as a key provider of international trade solutions and highlights the strength of its regional network and strategic approach.

Global Finance cited BBVA’s comprehensive trade finance strategy, extensive presence across Latin America and ongoing commitment to digital innovation as central factors behind the award. The publication’s annual review evaluates leading financial institutions worldwide based on criteria such as transaction volume, global reach, service quality, competitive pricing and the use of innovative technologies.

In addition to the regional accolade, BBVA also received recognition for its trade finance capabilities in Peru, Argentina and Uruguay, reflecting consistent performance across multiple key markets. The bank operates specialised trade finance units in several Latin American countries and combines local expertise with global connectivity to support companies engaged in cross-border operations.

Global Finance noted that award-winning institutions this year distinguished themselves by expanding digital platforms, strengthening connectivity and delivering specialised solutions to navigate increasingly complex global trade environments. BBVA’s offering includes traditional instruments such as letters of credit and guarantees alongside supply chain finance solutions and digital tools designed to enhance traceability and operational efficiency.

The recognition further consolidates BBVA’s standing as a benchmark in trade finance, underscoring its focus on supporting companies’ internationalisation through tailored advisory services, advanced technological capabilities and an integrated global network.

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