HSBC Bank Malta has been awarded Bank of the Year 2025 for Malta by The Banker, the Financial Times-owned publication regarded as one of the most authoritative voices in global banking. The award, presented on 3 December at The Peninsula London, recognises top performance, leadership and operational excellence across more than 120 countries.

The Banker’s awards are considered among the most respected in international finance, with winners selected through a rigorous, peer-reviewed process led by editors and sector experts. The evaluation covers financial strength, efficiency, innovation, earnings momentum and year-on-year improvements — benchmarks that HSBC Malta has been steadily strengthening over the past year.

The accolade reflects the bank’s progress across several core metrics, including stronger earnings performance, improved capital buffers and continued investment in digital and technological capabilities. The bank has also focused on operational streamlining and customer-centric enhancements as part of its ongoing transformation.

“It reflects the dedication of our Malta team, the capital and liquidity strength of our company, and our successful results and customer focus,” said Geoffrey Fichte, CEO of HSBC Malta. He noted that achieving the award during a period of strategic review further highlights the bank’s resilience. “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.”

HSBC Malta representatives attending the ceremony included Chief Risk Officer Steven Beddow, Head of Global Trade Solutions Bernard Grima, Chairman Manfred Galdes, Head of Compliance Advisory Mariella Fitzgerald, Head of Wealth and Personal Banking Muriel Rutland, and Company Secretary Paula Mamo.

HSBC Malta forms part of the wider HSBC Group, one of the world’s largest financial institutions, serving customers in 57 markets. The Maltese subsidiary offers a broad suite of services across Wealth and Personal Banking, Commercial Banking and Global Markets, supported by the group’s scale, liquidity and global reach.

The award also arrives at a significant moment for HSBC Malta, following the announcement earlier this year that CrediaBank has agreed to acquire the bank, in a deal currently pending regulatory approval.