BKT Achievements Awards
Since its privatization in 2000, Banka Kombetare Tregtare has been the focus of successive developments and assessments.
A detailed chronology of achievements and evaluations over the years is reflected below.
Emea Finance awards Banka Kombëtare Tregtare for the 13th time with 4 important prizes
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been awarded as "The Best Local Bank in Albania" and "The Most Innovative Bank". The bank received as well the ‘’Financial Inclusion Award’’ and as well ‘’Best Product Award’’ for the epara Mobile Wallet App for year 2023, in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States by EMEA Finance in sixteen edition of the "2023 European Bank Awards". Read more
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare is awarded from Global Finance as ‘’The Best Bank in Albania for year 2024’’
Global Finance has announced its 31st annual awards for the Best Banks in Central and Eastern Europe for year 2024. During the ceremony Banka Kombëtare Tregtare was awarded from Global Finance as ‘’The best bank in Albania for year 2024’’. Read more
JCR Eurasia Rating affirms BKT as ‘'AAA (Alb)''
JCR Eurasia Rating, has evaluated the consolidated structure of “Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh.A.” affirmed the ratings as “AAA (alb)” on the Long-Term National Issuer Credit Rating and the Short-Term National Issuer Credit Rating at ‘'J1+ (alb)’' with ‘'Stable'’ outlooks. On the other hand, the Long Term International Foreign and Local Currency Issuer Credit Ratings have been affirmed as ''BB'' positioned in line with the country ceiling of the primary country of operations, Albania with ‘Stable’ outlooks.
VISA International Awards
VISA International has awarded BKT for the excellent performance results with the Visa cards and as the Best Acquirer for Visa card acceptance.
BKT ranked from Euromoney Market Leaders as market leader in Albania for digital solutions
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare was ranked as market leader in Albania for digital solutions from Euromoney Market Leaders, which is an accreditation program launched in 2022, providing a comprehensive and dynamic ranking of banking and finance names across a wide variety of sectors. The ranking takes multiple sources of data including qualitative and quantitative, both internally from banks as well as external client referee data to build a robust and objective picture of industry leaders. Using a vigorous methodology, a team of analysts builds rankings across categories and by country, creating a global index of banking and finance leaders to provide a definitive guide to banks that matter.
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare is awarded from Global Finance as ‘’The best bank in Albania for year 2023’’
Global Finance has announced its 30th annual awards for the Best Banks in Central and Eastern Europe for year 2023. During the ceremony Banka Kombëtare Tregtare was awarded from Global Finance as ‘’The best bank in Albania for year 2023’’.
In the press release Global Finance magazine states that the winners of this year’s awards are those banks that attended carefully to their customers’ needs in difficult markets and accomplished better results while laying the foundations for future success. Read more
JCR Eurasia Rating affirms BKT as ‘'AAA (Alb)''
JCR Eurasia Rating, has evaluated the consolidated structure of “Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh.A.” affirmed the ratings as “AAA (alb)” on the Long-Term National Issuer Credit Rating and the Short-Term National Issuer Credit Rating at ‘J1+ (alb)’ with ‘Stable’ outlooks. On the other hand, the Long Term International Foreign and Local Currency Issuer Credit Ratings have been affirmed as ‘BB’ positioned in line with the country ceiling of the primary country of operations, Albania with ‘Stable’ outlooks. Read more
Achievement Awards from Finance Central Europe for 2022
Finance Central Europe at the "Top South East Europe Bank Rankings 2022" event on its 23 ͩ anniversary, rewards Mr. Seyhan Pencablıgil CEO of the bank and Banka Kombëtare Tregtare with many awards. Read more
Global Finance - BKT “Best Bank in Albania for 2022”
NEW YORK, March 25, 2022 – Global Finance has announced its 29th annual awards for the Best Banks in Central & Eastern Europe for 2022. In the press release, Global Finance magazine awards Banka Kombetare Tregtare as "Best Bank in Albania for 2022". This award received from this prestigious magazine emphasizes its appreciation over the years. Read more
Emea Finance awards BKT for the twelfth time as the “Best Bank in Albania” and “Most Innovative Bank”
Tirana, Albania (August 5, 2022) – Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been awarded as the "Best Bank in Albania", "Most Innovative Bank" and recognize “SMART banking’s enhancements as Best product for 2021 in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States by EMEA Finance in fourteenth edition of the "2021 European Bank Awards".
Awards such as "Best Bank in Albania" for the twelfth time in a row, "Most Innovative Bank" as well "SMART Banking’s enhancements as the Best Product" for the year 2021 in the region received from this prestigious magazine emphasize its evaluation over the years. EMEA Finance pointed out that; We are honoured to be able to provide this important accolade to the bank again in the Europe Banking Awards 2021 awards package. Read more
"BEST BUY" Medal
According to the market research by the Swiss company ICERTIAS International Certification Association GmbH, Albanians have chosen BKT as their financial institution for the best report on the quality of banking services in Albania for the years 2021/2022. Here you can read the Full Report
EMEA
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been awarded as the "Best Bank in Albania" and "Most Innovative Bank" for 2020 in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States by EMEA Finance in the thirteen editions of Europe Banking Awards 2020. The awards for "Best Bank in Albania" for the tenth time as well as "Most Innovative Bank" in the region from this prestigious magazine emphasizing its appreciation over the years. Read full report
GLOBAL FINANCE
During the awards ceremony for the Best Banks in Central and Eastern Europe for 2021, Global Finance awards Banka Kombetare Tregtare as “The Best Bank in Albania for 2021”. In selecting these top banks, Global Finance considered factors that ranged from the quantitative objective to the informed subjective. Objective criteria considered included: growth in assets, profitability, geographic reach, strategic relationships, new business development and innovation in products. Subjective criteria included the opinions of equity analysts, credit rating analysts, banking consultants and others involved in the industry. Read full report
THE BANKER
Tirana, Albania (2 December 2021) – Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) was selected as "The Bank of the Year in Albania for 2021” by the prestigious financial magazines "The Banker”. The Bank of the Year in Albania” award for 2021 is an indicator to the exceptional performance that BKT has achieved during these years. We continue to garner numerous prestigious awards over the years, reflecting our growing strength and influence on the financial landscape throughout Albania. Read full report
JCR EURASIA RATING AFFIRMS BKT AS ‘AAA (ALB)
JCR Eurasia Rating has affirmed Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh.A.’s National Local Rating Notes of ‘AAA (Alb)’ in the long term, which denotes the highest investment grade, and ‘A-1+ (Alb)’ in the short term with a ‘Stable’ outlook on both ratings. The Bank’s Long Term International Local and Foreign Currency ratings are mapped as “BB/Stable” to the country ceiling of the principal shareholder, Turkey (BB/Stable) and the country ceiling of BKT’s primary country of operation, Albania (BB/Stable). Read full report
JCR Eurasia Rating reaffirms BKT as ‘AAA (Alb)'
JCR Eurasia Rating, during periodic review, affirmed Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh.A.’s Long Term National Credit Rating as ‘AAA (Alb)’ and Short Term National Credit Rating as ‘A-1+ (Alb)’ with ‘Stable’ outlooks on both ratings. The Bank’s Long Term International Local and Foreign Currency Ratings are assigned as ‘BB+’, reflecting the country ceiling of Turkey (BB+) where the principal shareholder is located and one notch higher than the rating of country of residence, Albania (BB). Here you can read the Full Report
"THE BANK OF THE YEAR IN ALBANIA FOR 2020"- The Banker
Tirana, Albania (2 December 2020) – Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) was selected as "The Bank of the Year in Albania for 2020” by the prestigious financial magazines "The Banker. The Banker is part of the Financial Times and has been providing global financial intelligence since 1926. Their publications provide a key source of data and analysis in the industry, functioning as a widely used index of global banking. The awards gala event was held online through TheBanker.Com platform with the participation of the executive board of the invited banks. Here you can read the Full Report
EMEA Finance awards BKT for tenth time as “BEST BANK IN ALBANIA”
Tirana, Albania (May 25, 2021) – Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been awarded as the "Best Bank in Albania" and "Most Innovative Bank" for 2020 in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States by EMEA Finance in the thirteen editions of Europe Banking Awards 2020. Here you can read the Full Report
Achievement Awards from Finance Central Europe for 2020
Finance Central Europe at the "Top South East Europe Bank Rankings 2020" event on its 21th anniversary, rewards Mr. Seyhan Pencabligil CEO of the bank and Banka Kombëtare Tregtare with the following awards:
- ‘The Best Banker in Albania 2020’ – Mr. Seyhan Pencabligil, CEO, Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh A, Tirana, Albania
- ‘The Best Bank in Albania 2020’ – Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh A, Tirana, Albania
- ‘The Best Bank in Albania by Assets Strength 2020’ – Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh A, Tirana, Albania
- ‘The Best Bank in Albania by Capital Strength 2020’ – Banka, Kombetare Tregtare Sh A, Tirana, Albania
- ‘The Best Bank in Albania by Pre-Tax Profit 2020’ – Banka Kombetare Tregtare Sh A, Tirana, Albania
The best bank in Albania for 2020 - by "Global Finance"
The Global Finance magazine awards BKT as "The best bank in Albania for 2020" during the 27th annual awards ceremony ‘World’s Best Banks’. Here you can check the Full Report
Achievement Awards from “Finance Central Europe” for 2019
Finance Central Europe at the "Top South East Europe Bank Rankings 2019" event on its 20th anniversary, rewards Mr. Seyhan Pencabligil CEO of the bank as “The Best Banker in Albania 1999 – 2019, 20 Years” and as “The Best Banker in Albania 2019” and Banka Kombetare Tregtare with the following awards “The Best Bank in Albania 1999 – 2019, 20 Years”, “The Best Bank in Albania 2019” , “The Best Bank in Albania by Pre-Tax Profit 2019” and “The Best Bank in Albania by ROE (Return on Equity) 2019”.
AAA (Alb) on Long Term National Credit Rating -by “JCR Eurasia Rating”
JCR Eurasia Rating, during periodic review reaffirmed for the 12th time in a row Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) with score 89.69 ‘AAA (Alb)’ and also with a stable outlook in Long Term National Rankings. The grade assigned to BKT signifies a Distinctive Level of Compliance with the principles of the Albanian’s Corporate Governance Code and its Notch degree to the level a/Excellent. Here you can check the Full Announcement
The Bank of The Year in Albania for 2019 - by “The Banker”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare (BKT) was selected as "The Bank of the Year in Albania for 2019” by "The Banker", the world’s premier banking and finance resource, providing global financial intelligence since 1926. . Here you can check the Full Report
AAA (Alb) rating - by JCR Eurasia Rating
JCR Eurasia Rating, during periodic review affirmed for the 11th time in a row Banka Kombëtare Tregtare’s (BKT) Long- and Short-Term National Ratings of ‘AAA (Alb)’ and ‘A-1+ (Alb)’, respectively with “Stable” outlooks on both ratings and its International Long-Term FC and LC ratings as “BBB-Stable”, one notch higher than the principal operating country ceiling. Here you can check the Full Report
Best Bank In Albania – by “Euromoney”
In recognition of its exceptional performance and leadership in the banking market, Banka Kombëtare Tregtare is awarded "The Best Bank in Albania" for the 7th time from Euromoney Magazine, one of the top financial publications in the world.
The Best Bank in Albania for 2018 - by “EMEA Finance"
The prestigious EMEA Finance magazine choses BKT for nine consecutive years as "The Best Local Bank in Albania for 2018". This award emphasizes once again the evaluation over the years toward BKT from this magazine.
Bank of the Year In Albania For 2019 - by “Global Finance “
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been selected as The Best Bank of Albania for 2019 by US magazine Global Finance* on its 26th annual awards for the World’s Best Banks.
Best Bank in Albania for 2018 - by “The Banker”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has won "The Bank of the Year in Albania for 2018” by "The Banker". Regarded as the industry standard for banking excellence, The Banker’s “Bank of the Year” awards were once again contested by the world's leading financial institutions.
AAA (Alb) rating - by “JCR Eurasia Rating”
JCR Eurasia Rating reaffirms AAA (Alb) to BKT for the 10th time in a row in a high-level investment category in Long Term National Credit Rating, and Short Term National Credit Rating as ‘A-1+ (Alb)’, with ‘Stable’ outlooks on both ratings.
The ratings on the Long Term International Foreign and Local Currency are affirmed as ‘BBB-’, one notch above the country ceiling level.
The Best Bank in Albania for 2017 - by “ EMEA Finance"
The prestigious British financial magazine EMEA Finance, that awards each year best banks and financial institutions, awarded BKT for the eighth consecutive year “The Best Local Bank in Albania for 2017”. This success was an evaluation for BKT which successfully continued its restructure, reinvent, and retool for the year ahead and future challenges.
The Best Bank in Albania for 2017 – by “The Banker”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been reaffirmed for the eighth time as "The Best Bank in Albania for 2017" in the financial services industry by one of the most prestigious financial magazines, “The Banker”, a Financial Times publication, which annually selects the best banks in the world.
The Best Bank in Albania for 2017 – by “Euromoney"
BKT keeps getting international evaluations! The pre-eminent British magazine Euromoney for 2017 reaffirms BKT for the sixth consecutive year as “The Best Bank in Albania”.
The Best Bank in Albania for 2016 - by “ EMEA Finance"
The Awards continue to reflect the success of Banka Kombëtare Tregtare in the Albanian banking sector. BKT has been awarded for the seventh consecutive year “The Best Local Bank in Albania for 2016” from the prestigious British financial magazine EMEA Finance.
AAA(Alb) – by JCR Euroasia Rating
Eurasia Rating has evaluated Banka Kombetare Tregtare (BKT) in a high-level investment category and affirmed its ratings on the Long Term National Scale as ‘AAA (Alb)’ along with a ‘Stable’ outlook.
The Banker Awards BKT as the Best Bank in Albania for the Seventh Time
In recognition of its exceptional performance and leadership in the banking market, Banka Kombëtare Tregtare won "The Bank of the Year in Albania for 2016" award from one of the most prestigious financial magazines, "The Banker", which is published by Financial Times.
JCR Eurasia Rating assigns AAA (Alb) to BKT for Corporate Governance
JCR Eurasia Rating, by evaluating the corporate governance practices established within BKT, has assigned 87.06 (AAA (Alb)/Distinctive) points out of 100 for the overall level of compliance with the Albanian Corporate Governance Code and the regulations.
The best bank in Albania for 2016 - by "Euromoney"
International ratings for BKT continue! The well-known British magazine Euromoney evaluates for 2016 BKT again for the fifth time in a row as "The best bank in Albania".
AAA (Alb) – by JCR Euroasia Rating
JCR - Eurasia Rating reaffirms for the eight time in a row its “AAA (Alb)” rating for BKT.
The best bank in Albania for 2015 - by "EMEA Finance"
EMEA Finance magazine reaffirms for the sixth consecutive time its evaluation for BKT as “The Best Bank in Albania” for 2015 for the sixth year in a row.
BKT Celebrates Its 90th Anniversary With "The Best Bank In Albania" Award Received for the Sixth Time By "The Banker"
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been selected as "The Bank of the Year" in Albania for 2015 by "The Banker", which is published by Financial Times. One of the most prestigious financial magazines, “The Banker” annually nominates the best banks in the world.
JCR Eurasia Rating assigns AAA (Alb) to BKT for Corporate Governance
CR-Eurasia Rating has assigned for the second time in a row to BKT “AAA (Alb)/Distinctive” the grade of Compliance with the principles of the code of corporate governance.
BKT renews the ISO 9001:2008 certificate
BKT has been recertified with the ISO 9001:2008 Standard through TÜV AUSTRIA CERT.
BKT Annual Report 2014 receives two ARC awards from MERCOMM Inc.
BKT Annual Report for 2014 won two awards in the ARC worldwide competition for annual reports organized by MERCOMM Inc. The Silver Award for Bank Category and the Honor Award in the Green/Environmentally Sound Annual Reports. The ARC Awards are considered the Oscars of official publications.
The best bank in Albania for 2015 - by "Euromoney"
BKT keeps getting international evaluations! The pre-eminent British magazine Euromoney for 2015 reaffirms BKT for the fourth consecutive year as “The Best Bank in Albania”.
AAA (Alb) rating by - JCR Eurasia Rating
JCR - Eurasia Rating reaffirms for the seventh time in a row its “AAA (Alb)” rating for BKT.
The Best Local Bank in Albania award and the Corporate Social Responsibility award in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States- by “EMEA FINANCE”
EMEA Finance magazine selects BKT for the “Corporate Social Responsibility award in Central and Eastern Europe and Commonwealth of Independent States”. This award confirms the success of BKT in the implementation of its CSR Policy with innovative initiatives that affect the most sensitive aspects of the Albanian society.
The best bank in Albania for 2014 - by “EMEA Finance”
EMEA Finance Magazine reaffirms for the fifth year in a row its rating for BKT as "Best Bank in Albania" for 2014.
The best bank in Albania for 2014 - by “The Banker”
The pre-eminent magazine published by Financial Times, "The Banker", which annually nominates the best banks in the world, has selected Banka Kombëtare Tregtare as "The Best Bank in Albania for 2014".
AAA (Alb) rating by - JCR Eurasia Rating
JCR Eurasia Rating assigns AAA (Alb) to BKT for Corporate Governance.
AAA (Alb) - by JCR Eurasia Rating for Corporate Governance
JCR-Eurasia Rating, evaluates for the first time BKT with "AAA (Alb) / Distinctive", with the principles of the code of corporate governance
The best bank in Albania for 2014- by “Euromoney”
International ratings for BKT continue! This time, the well-known British magazine Euromoney evaluates BKT again for the third time in a row as "The best bank in Albania for 2014".
The best bank in Albania for 2013 - by “EMEA Finance”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare is awarded as “The Best Bank of Albania for 2013”, based on its superior growth, overall performance and innovation shown during 2013 by the prestigious British magazine EMEA Finance for the fourth time.
Payment Excellence Award (STP )- by “Deutsche Bank”
BKT receives "Payment Excellence Award (STP) for 2013" from Deutsche Bank.
The best bank in Albania for 2013- by “The Banker”
BKT is awarded once again for its high performance during 2013. The Banker evaluates BKT as “The Bank of the Year 2013 for Albania” for the forth time in the last four years.
JCR Eurasia Rating confirms AA(Alb) evaluation to BKT for Corporate Governance
JCR-Eurasia Rating, evaluates for the second time BKT with "AAA (Alb) / Distinctive", with the principles of the code of corporate governance
AAA (Alb) rating by - JCR Eurasia Rating
JCR-Eurasia Rating, reconfirms its rating for BKT with "AAA (Alb)", with a stable outlook for the fifth year in a row.
The best bank in Albania for 2013 - by “Euromoney”
BKT adds another important award to its international evaluations’ collection. The pre-eminent British magazine Euromoney confirms BKT for the second year as “The Best Bank in Albania for 2013”.
The Best Local Bank in Albania – by “EMEA Finance”
EMEA Finance Magazine reaffirms for the third year in a row its rating for BKT as "Best Local Bank in Albania" for 2012.
Payment Excellence Award (STP) - by “Deutsche Bank”
BKT receives "Payment Excellence Award (STP) for 2012" from Deutsche Bank.
CEO of BKT, has been awarded as CEO of 2012 for Europe – by “ EMEA Finance”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare has been awarded for the third time consecutively as The Best Local Bank of Year in Albania by the prestigious British magazine EMEA Finance. At the same time Mr. Seyhan Pencabligil CEO of BKT has been awarded as CEO of 2012 for Europe by EMEA Finance.
JCR Eurasia Rating assigns AA (Alb) to BKT for Corporate Governance
JCR Eurasia Rating, by evaluating the corporate governance practices established within BKT, has assigned (AA(Alb)/Merit) for the overall level of compliance with the Albanian Corporate Governance Code and the regulations set by Albanian Ministry of Finance.
The best bank in Albania -by “Euromoney”
Banka Kombëtare Tregtare is awarded as “The Best Bank of Albania” in Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2012 by pre-eminent international finance magazine Euromoney.
AAA (Alb)- by JCR Euroasia Rating
JCR - Eurasia Rating, reconfirms its rating for BKT with "AAA (Alb)", with a stable outlook for the fourth year in a row.
Quality Management System- by TUV Austria
"TUV Austria" gives BKT the quality management system certificate ISO 9001: 2008 applicable for banking services.
The best bank in Albania - by “The Banker”
(BKT) has been re-awarded as “Bank of the Year 2011 for Albania” by The Banker, the banking sector’s magazine of Financial Time.
Award for Payments- by “Wells Fargo”
BKT receives the "Payment Award (STP) for 2011" from Wells Fargo.
The Best Local Bank in Albania- by “EMEA Finance”
EMEA Finance magazine reaffirms its rating for BKT as the "Best Bank in Albania" for 2011.
AAA (Alb) - by “JCR Eurasia Rating”
JCR - Eurasia Rating, reconfirms its rating for BKT with the grade "AAA (Alb)", with a stable outlook for the third year in a row.
"B1" rating - by “Moody's”
Moody's confirmed the rating "B1" of BKT, the highest rating that Moody's can give to an Albanian entity.
AAA (Alb) - by “JCR Eurasia Rating”
JCR-Eurasia Rating, reconfirms its rating for BKT with "AAA (Alb)".
Bank of the year in Albania - by "The Banker"
BKT celebrates the 85th anniversary of the establishment of its first branch in Durrës with many awards and appreciations. BKT was rated "Best Bank in Albania" by the prestigious British magazine, The Banker.
The Best Local Bank in Albania - by "EMEA Finance"
EMEA Finance, another British magazine, cited BKT as "Albania's Best Bank for 2010".
Payment Excellence Award (STP) - by “Deutsche Bank”
BKT receives "Payment Excellence Award (STP) for 2010" from Deutsche Bank.
The Best Bank in Albania - by "Finance Central Europe"
Best Bank in Southeast Europe - by “Finance Central Europe”
For the second year in a row, BKT has been honored with the rating "Best Bank in Albania", but this time accompanied by the international rating as "Best Bank in Southeast Europe for 2009".
AAA (Alb) - by JCR “Eurasia Rating”
JCR Eurasia Rating again evaluates BKT with the grade AAA (Alb) for 2009.
Bank of the year in Albania - by "The Banker"
The prestigious British magazine "The Banker" awarded BKT as "The best bank in Albania". Evaluation refers to a high overall performance through the analysis of recent results and its strategic developments and overall achievements.