QNB Egypt Wins 12 Prestigious International Awards in 2026, Reinforcing Its Leadership Across Banking Segments
hamdy Abdelrashid
QNB Egypt, a subsidiary of QNB Group, the leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, has been honored with 12 prestigious international awards in 2026 by leading global financial institutions, reaffirming its position as one of Egypt’s premier banks and recognizing its excellence in delivering innovative banking solutions across multiple business segments.
Digital Banking Excellence
QNB Egypt was named Best Digital Banking Bank in Egypt 2026 by Global Banking & Finance Review, in recognition of its continued investments in digital transformation and the enhancement of its electronic banking services. The bank continues to expand its online and mobile banking platforms to meet the growing demand for digital financial services.
Retail Banking Leadership
The bank also received the Best Retail Bank in Egypt 2026 award from both Global Banking & Finance Review and Capital Finance International (CFI), reflecting its success in expanding its retail customer base and strengthening its competitive position in consumer banking.
Customer deposits reached EGP 879 billion by the end of March 2026, marking a 13% increase compared with the end of 2025, driven by the bank's expanding portfolio of savings and financing products tailored to diverse customer needs.
Corporate Banking and Trade Finance
QNB Egypt received the Best Corporate Bank in Egypt 2026 and Best Trade Finance Bank in Egypt 2026 awards from Global Banking & Finance Review, highlighting its leadership in supporting large corporations with comprehensive financing solutions.
The bank's loans and credit facilities portfolio increased to EGP 498 billion, up by EGP 31 billion, representing 7% growth compared with December 2025, underscoring its pivotal role in financing businesses, trade, and investment activities.
SME Banking Recognition
QNB Egypt earned five major awards for its support of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), including:
Best SME Bank in Egypt from Global Banking & Finance Review, Capital Finance International, and The Digital Banker.
Fastest Growing SME Bank in Egypt 2026 from International Finance Magazine.
Best Non-Financial Services Initiative for SMEs in North Africa from The Digital Banker.
These awards reflect the bank's commitment to delivering integrated financial and non-financial solutions that promote SME growth and entrepreneurship.
Treasury and Financial Strength
The bank further strengthened its leadership by winning the Best Treasury Services Bank in Egypt 2026 award from Global Banking & Finance Review, recognizing its strong liquidity management and financial position.
Total assets rose to EGP 1.044 trillion by the end of March 2026, representing 12% annual growth, while the bank maintained a robust Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) of 24.6%.
Customer Experience
QNB Egypt also received the Customer Experience Excellence Award in Egypt 2026 from International Finance Magazine, recognizing its customer-centric strategy and continuous efforts to enhance products, services, and the overall customer journey.
The award reflects the success of the bank's philosophy of being "More Than a Bank," supported by an extensive network of 239 branches serving customers across Egypt.
Executive Comment
Commenting on the achievement, Mohamed Khairat, Deputy CEO and Chief Business Officer of QNB Egypt, said:
"These awards reflect the trust our customers and partners place in QNB Egypt and demonstrate the success of our institutional strategy in delivering tangible results across all business segments. We remain committed to strengthening our position as a trusted financial partner by creating real value for our customers while supporting their expansion plans and future aspirations."
Strong Financial Performance
The awards coincide with QNB Egypt's continued strong financial performance, with the bank reporting consolidated net profits of EGP 9.5 billion during the first quarter of 2026, representing a 33% increase compared with the same period last year. The results highlight the resilience of the bank's business model, its ability to adapt to changing market conditions, and its continued role in supporting Egypt's economy and advancing financial inclusion.
About QNB Egypt
QNB Egypt is a subsidiary of QNB Group, the leading financial institution in the Middle East and Africa. The bank is committed to becoming the preferred banking partner in Egypt by delivering world-class financial services to corporate and retail customers while contributing to sustainable development and maximizing shareholder value.
The bank serves more than 2 million customers through a workforce of over 7,700 banking professionals, supported by a nationwide network of more than 240 branches, 899 ATMs, over 41,000 point-of-sale (POS) terminals, and a 24/7 customer contact center.