Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2026: Awards Now Open

The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards programme has officially opened nominations for Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2026, recognising outstanding transactions that have demonstrated innovation, complexity, and excellence in structured finance solutions across global markets.

In an increasingly sophisticated financial landscape, structured finance plays a critical role in enabling tailored funding solutions, optimising risk allocation, and unlocking liquidity. Through instruments such as asset-backed securities (ABS), collateralised loan obligations (CLOs), mortgage-backed securities (MBS), and bespoke structured products, market participants are addressing complex financing needs across industries. The Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2026 award celebrates transactions that have successfully combined financial engineering, risk management, and market execution to deliver measurable value.

This award highlights structured finance deals across sectors and asset classes, including securitisations, structured credit, project-backed financing, and hybrid capital solutions. Transactions that have demonstrated innovative structuring, strong investor demand, and effective risk mitigation are encouraged to apply. Organisations involved in these deals—including financial institutions, corporates, investors, and advisory firms—are invited to submit nominations showcasing their achievements. Entries can be submitted via the official awards nomination form, and organisations may contact awards@gbafmag.com for further information or assistance.

Check out the complete awards timetable here.

Recognising Excellence in Structured Finance Transactions

Award-winning deals demonstrate financial innovation, precision, and the ability to manage complexity effectively. Recognised transactions typically excel in areas including:

• Structuring sophisticated financing solutions tailored to complex funding requirements
• Demonstrating innovative use of securitisation, structured credit, or hybrid financial instruments
• Achieving strong investor participation and successful placement outcomes
• Effectively allocating and mitigating risk across multiple stakeholders
• Enhancing liquidity, capital efficiency, and balance sheet optimisation
• Navigating regulatory frameworks and market conditions with precision
• Delivering measurable financial performance and long-term value creation

Transactions that showcase innovation, execution excellence, and market impact are encouraged to participate.

About the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards

The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards recognise excellence, innovation, and leadership across global banking and financial services. The awards programme highlights organisations and transactions that set new benchmarks in structured finance, capital markets, and financial engineering.

Each year, organisations from Europe, Asia, the Americas, the Middle East, and Africa participate, gaining international recognition for their achievements. Through independent editorial research and structured evaluation criteria, the awards identify deals that are shaping the future of structured finance and capital markets innovation.

Benefits of Participating

Participation in the Global Banking & Finance Review Awards provides organisations with:

• International recognition for excellence in structured finance transactions
• Editorial coverage on the Global Banking & Finance Review platform
• Increased visibility among investors, issuers, and financial market participants
• Independent validation of deal structuring, innovation, and execution
• Enhanced credibility and competitive positioning in global capital markets

Winning this award provides additional strategic advantages. Recognition as Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2026 strengthens market positioning, highlights financial engineering expertise, and positions the organisation as a leader in structured finance and capital solutions. Awarded participants can leverage this accolade across investor communications, corporate reporting, and marketing campaigns to enhance visibility, attract future opportunities, and support long-term growth.

Join the 2026 Global Banking & Finance Review Awards

As financial markets continue to evolve, structured finance transactions that demonstrate innovation, efficiency, and resilience are setting new industry standards. Organisations are invited to showcase their achievements and compete for recognition in the Structured Finance Deal of the Year 2026 category.

Submit your nomination today and gain international recognition for excellence, innovation, and leadership in structured finance.