Saudi Awwal Bank reinforces private banking leadership with two global awards

15/04/2026 01:25 AST

Saudi Awwal Bank, one of the leading banks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has won two prestigious international awards in private banking - "Best Private Banking in Saudi Arabia" by Euromoney for the fourth consecutive year, and "Best Private Banking" by Global Finance.

This achievement reflects SAB's continued leadership in private banking and its commitment to delivering integrated, highly personalized solutions tailored to the evolving needs of high-net-worth clients and entrepreneurs, both locally and internationally.

Bandar Al-Gheshayan, Chief Wealth & Personal Banking Officer at SAB, said: "Winning the awards reflects the consistency of our performance and the strength of our private banking proposition. We remain focused on delivering integrated, client-centric solutions that support our clients' long-term ambitions, leveraging our international connectivity and deep local expertise."

SAB continues to enhance its private banking offering through a comprehensive suite of products and investment services, delivering an advanced banking experience that enables clients to achieve their financial goals and future aspirations. These recognitions further reflect SAB's continued focus on innovation and excellence as the bank evolves its capabilities to meet clients' changing needs.

About SAB:
Saudi Awwal Bank (SAB) is one of the largest banks in the Kingdom, with a history in Saudi Arabia spanning over 90 years. Over the past nine decades, it has been an active partner in supporting the Kingdom's economic growth and social development.

SAB is a leading corporate and institutional international bank in the Kingdom with a top Wealth & Personal Banking proposition. SAB is also a leader in trade finance, foreign exchange, debt wholesale banking, digital service innovation, and ESG in Saudi Arabia and the broader region.

SAB offers integrated financial and banking services, including corporate banking, investment, private banking, and treasury. The bank's paid-up capital is SR20.5 billion, following its legal merger with Alawwal Bank on 14th March 2021, when it was formerly known as the Saudi British Bank (SABB). SAB operates under the supervision and regulation of the Saudi Central Bank and is a partner of the HSBC Group.

Saudi Gazette