BBVA reaffirms its leadership in Securities Custody in Spain, according to Global Finance

BBVA Corporate & Investment Banking has once again been named “Best Sub-Custodian Bank” in Spain by Global Finance magazine, marking the thirteenth consecutive year the bank has received this distinction. This recognition cements BBVA’s leadership in the Spanish securities custody market.

The award, part of the 23rd edition of Global Finance’s prestigious “World’s Best Sub-Custodian Banks Awards,” highlights institutions that deliver superior custody services in their respective markets. BBVA’s continued recognition as “Best Sub-Custodian Bank in Spain 2025” underscores its role as a benchmark in the industry, a title it has held uninterruptedly since 2012.

Granted by one of the foremost international financial publications, the award is based on an independent evaluation of key criteria, including client service quality, technological capabilities, local market presence, asset protection, and a strong commitment to innovation.

Commitment to operational excellence

This accolade is a testament to the continued trust and confidence that institutional and corporate clients place in BBVA’s custody services. It reflects the strength, reliability, and relevance of the bank’s operational model.

“We will continue pursuing our sustained growth strategy, aimed at creating distinctive value for the Group. Innovation, the enhancement of our product capabilities, and the deepening of our client relationships will remain the key drivers of our value proposition,” says Fernando García Rojo, Head of Sales for Global Securities Services at BBVA CIB. “This recognition reaffirms BBVA’s position as a leading provider of tailored solutions, underpinned by a long-term vision committed to continuous improvement and excellence in an ever-evolving environment,” he adds.

A strategic service driving Capital Markets

Securities custody has become a strategic activity, enabling risk mitigation, market integration, and value creation through data and operational intelligence. Within this framework, BBVA CIB’s Securities Services play a vital role in the smooth functioning of capital markets by ensuring the secure and efficient administration of financial instruments such as equities, bonds, and funds.

BBVA’s value proposition combines the strength of a global institution with deep local market expertise, offering institutional clients a close, agile, and tailored approach. This offering is underpinned by a robust operational platform, a highly specialized team, and a strong commitment to innovation and digital transformation.

This latest recognition further reinforces BBVA’s dedication to the growth of its enterprises segment, an area of strategic importance for the bank. With innovative, tailored solutions and a well-established leadership in custody services, BBVA continues to position itself as a key partner for clients in an increasingly global, dynamic, and demanding environment.