HSBC Bank Malta p.l.c. has been named Bank of the Year 2025 for Malta by The Banker, the Financial Times publication covering global banking and financial affairs.
The award was presented at The Peninsula London during The Banker’s annual awards ceremony, held on December3, 2025, recognising outstanding performance and leadership in the financial sector across more than 120 countries.
Since 2000, The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards have been one of the most prestigious distinctions a bank can achieve.
Winners are selected following a rigorous, peer-reviewed process by a panel of editors and sector specialists, assessing financial strength, operational efficiency, innovation, and year-on-year improvements.
HSBC Malta’s recognition reflects the Bank’s significant progress across key performance metrics, including earnings growth, capital strength, operational efficiency, and continued investment in digital and technological capabilities.
Geoffrey Fichte, CEO of HSBC Malta, said: “We are honoured to receive this distinguished recognition from The Banker. It reflects the dedication of our Malta team, the capital and liquidity strength of our company, and our successful results and customer focus.
“Securing this award during a period of strategic review underscores our bank’s enduring strength and stability. Above all, it reaffirms our commitment to delivering value to our customers and the trust our customers continue to place in us.
“While the industry evolves, our focus remains clear, as we continue to serve our customers with integrity, strengthen our foundations, and ensure future success.”
