Saudi Awal Bank (SAB), one of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s leading banks, has been named Saudi Arabia’s Best Trade Finance Provider for 2026 by Global Finance, marking the sixth consecutive year the bank has received this prestigious international recognition.
The award recognizes banks that have demonstrated excellence in volume, customer service, competitive pricing, global reach, and use of innovative technology to support cross-border transactions.
This continued recognition underscores SAB’s leadership in trade finance and its long-standing role in supporting businesses, financial institutions, and multinational clients operating in and through Saudi Arabia. SAB’s trade finance capabilities are underpinned by deep market expertise, a strong international network and an advanced digital platform that enables clients to manage their trade flows efficiently and securely.
Commenting on the award, Yasser Al Barak, Chief Corporate and Institutional Banking Officer at SAB, said: “This recognition reflects the strength of SAB’s trade finance capabilities and our continued focus on delivering reliable, innovative and customer-centric solutions. Being named Saudi Arabia’s Best Trade Finance Provider for the sixth year in a row is a testament to our team’s expertise and our commitment to supporting trade flows that contribute to economic growth.”
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The 2026 winners were selected through a comprehensive evaluation process that drew insights from industry analysts, business executives, and technology experts.
SAB continues to be the Kingdom’s leading trade finance bank, serving as a key partner for domestic and international companies through comprehensive solutions such as letters of credit, guarantees, supply chain finance and structured trade products. The Bank continues to invest in digitalization and innovation to enhance efficiency, transparency and risk management across its trade finance services.
