Bank Pekao Receives Two Prestigious Global Finance Awards
Bank Pekao has been recognized by Global Finance magazine in two key areas of corporate and institutional banking. The bank received the titles of Best Sub-Custodian Bank in Poland 2026 and Best Treasury & Cash Management Bank in Poland 2026. These awards confirm the high quality of Bank Pekao’s services and the consistent development of its offering.
In the custody banking category, Bank Pekao was once again named Best Sub-Custodian Bank in Poland. The award is presented to financial institutions that stand out for their operational efficiency, knowledge of the local market, advanced technological solutions, and high standards of customer service. The evaluation process also takes into account client relationships, competitiveness of the offering, business continuity, and expertise in local regulations and market practices.
"We are very pleased that Bank Pekao’s custody services have once again been recognized by Global Finance. Custody services are a strategic element of our support for financial institutions, and our commitment to continuously enhancing this area remains unchanged. This award is also a confirmation of the trust our clients place in us and of the expertise that we continue to strengthen," said Robert Smuga, Director of the Financial Institutions and Custody Department at Bank Pekao S.A.
Best Treasury & Cash Management Bank in Poland
The second distinction awarded to Bank Pekao was the title of Best Treasury & Cash Management Bank in Poland 2026. Global Finance selects the best institutions in treasury and cash management based on independent research and submissions provided by financial institutions. Both quantitative and qualitative factors are assessed, including knowledge of local market conditions and corporate clients’ needs, the scope and quality of products and services, financial strength and security, innovation and technology, as well as customer experience and performance.
"This is a very important recognition for us, as it confirms the high level of support we provide to our corporate clients. We are continuously enhancing our transactional banking services, focusing on digitalization, process automation, and solutions that improve efficiency and speed in cash management," said Tomasz Nowakowski, Director of the Transaction Banking Department.
"In a constantly changing market environment, businesses need effective liquidity and financial risk management solutions. We continue to develop our treasury offering, responding to our clients’ rapidly evolving needs," commented Piotr Wochniak, Director of the Financial Markets Department.
Bank Pekao S.A., founded in 1929, is one of the largest financial institutions in the CEE region and the second largest universal bank in Poland, with assets of PLN 368 billion. The bank has the second largest branch network in the country. It is a leader in corporate banking, serving every second among largest corporates in Poland. Pekao holds a prominent position in the market for asset management, brokerage services, and private banking. The diversified business profile of Bank Pekao is supported by a market-leading balance sheet and risk profile, reflected in the lowest risk costs, strong capital ratios, and resilience to macroeconomic conditions (Pekao is the most resilient bank in Europe, taking first place in the stress tests conducted by the EBA in 2025 among 64 banks). Since 1998, Bank Pekao has been listed on the Warsaw Stock Exchange and has been a member of several local indices (including WIG 20 and WIG) as well as international indices (including MSCI EM, Stoxx Europe 600, and FTSE Developed). Pekao is top dividend-paying company listed in Warsaw, with the highest dividend payout of over PLN 40 billion, since the Warsaw Stock Exchange was reestablished in 1991. Over the past 10 years, the bank has paid out to shareholders a total of over PLN 23 billion.
