Top Restructuring Deals 2026: Awards Open for Entries

The Global Banking & Finance Review Awards programme has officially opened nominations for Turnaround / Restructuring Deal of the Year 2026, recognising outstanding transactions that have demonstrated excellence in corporate recovery, financial restructuring, and value preservation.

In an increasingly complex economic environment, turnaround and restructuring deals play a critical role in stabilising businesses, preserving jobs, and restoring long-term viability. From debt restructurings and operational turnarounds to recapitalisations and special situations investments, these transactions require strategic insight, stakeholder alignment, and disciplined execution. The Turnaround / Restructuring Deal of the Year 2026 award celebrates landmark deals that have successfully navigated financial challenges and delivered sustainable recovery outcomes.

This award highlights restructuring and turnaround transactions across sectors and geographies, including distressed asset restructurings, corporate reorganisations, debt-for-equity swaps, and recovery financing. Deals that have demonstrated innovative structuring, effective stakeholder management, and measurable turnaround success are encouraged to apply. Organisations involved in these transactions—including corporates, lenders, 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 Turnaround & Restructuring Transactions

Award-winning deals demonstrate resilience, strategic execution, and the ability to restore value under challenging conditions. Recognised transactions typically excel in areas including:

• Successfully restructuring distressed businesses or assets to restore financial stability
• Demonstrating innovative restructuring strategies and capital solutions
• Achieving strong stakeholder alignment across creditors, investors, and management
• Supporting operational turnaround and long-term business sustainability
• Managing complex negotiations and multi-jurisdictional restructuring processes
• Delivering measurable improvements in financial performance and organisational health
• Preserving value for stakeholders, including employees, creditors, and shareholders

Transactions that showcase innovation, execution excellence, and measurable recovery outcomes 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 restructuring, recovery, and financial strategy.

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 restructuring and turnaround strategies.

Benefits of Participating

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

• International recognition for excellence in restructuring and turnaround transactions
• Editorial coverage on the Global Banking & Finance Review platform
• Increased visibility among investors, lenders, and industry stakeholders
• Independent validation of restructuring expertise and deal execution
• Enhanced credibility and competitive positioning in special situations and restructuring markets

Winning this award provides additional strategic advantages. Recognition as Turnaround / Restructuring Deal of the Year 2026 strengthens market positioning, highlights expertise in recovery and restructuring, and positions the organisation as a leader in navigating complex financial challenges. 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 businesses continue to face evolving economic conditions, turnaround and restructuring transactions that demonstrate innovation, resilience, and strategic execution are setting new industry standards. Organisations are invited to showcase their achievements and compete for recognition in the Turnaround / Restructuring Deal of the Year 2026 category.

Submit your nomination today and gain international recognition for excellence, innovation, and leadership in restructuring and turnaround transactions.