Ever wondered which banks are leading the world stage in 2025? A new global ranking has just unveiled the top corporate, investment, and wholesale banks, changing the way we view banking leadership.
The World’s Best Corporate, Investment and Wholesale Banks Ranking 2025, launched by TAB Global at The Asian Banker Summit 2025, goes beyond traditional measures like size and revenue. Instead, it looks at banks through a multidimensional lens, evaluating their strength in areas like digital innovation, sustainability, and global reach.
What’s Different About This Ranking?
Unlike typical league tables, this ranking assesses banks across seven key dimensions, including how well they serve corporate clients, their digital infrastructure, financial health, quality of services, institutional capabilities, brand perception, and risk management. Each bank receives a composite score out of 100, giving a comprehensive picture of its performance.
Who Made the Top 10?
Leading the pack is JPMorgan Chase with a score of 71.6, praised for its extensive client coverage and consistent performance. Bank of America comes in second at 69.6, recognized for its growth in the Asia-Pacific region and digital transaction services. China’s ICBC ranks third with 68.4, highlighting its strong balance sheet and expanding global presence.
Other banks in the top 10 include Citi, Deutsche Bank, Itaú Unibanco, United Overseas Bank, First Abu Dhabi Bank, China Construction Bank, and Mizuho Bank. Each of these institutions stands out for unique strengths, from leadership in Latin America to expertise in infrastructure finance.
Why It Matters
This new ranking system reflects the evolving landscape of global banking. It emphasizes not just who is big now, but who is prepared for the future. As banks navigate digital transformation, changing regulations, and shifting economic tides, this ranking offers insights into which institutions are building a solid foundation for tomorrow.
A Guide for the Future
For young people in emerging markets, understanding which banks are leading globally can also shed light on economic trends that might affect their own countries. The ranking serves as a dynamic framework that guides not just banks, but also clients and investors, through the new era of global finance.
