Global Finance names IMI CIB Best Investment Bank 2026 for Italy
3 March 2026
Intesa Sanpaolo has been named Best Investment Bank 2026 for Italy by Global Finance. The award, granted for the sixth consecutive year to the IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, highlights the Bank’s strategic advisory role for corporates, financial institutions and public sector entities in a rapidly evolving market environment.
Global Finance award and selection criteria
Global Finance selected the winners based on qualitative and quantitative indicators, including the ability to navigate diverse market scenarios, the number and size of deals completed in 2025, the quality of advisory services, structuring expertise, innovation capabilities and distribution reach.
The recognition underscores the performance of Intesa Sanpaolo’s IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, led by Mauro Micillo, and its consistent execution track record across capital markets and structured finance transactions.
Strategic advisory platform with international reach
The IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division supports Italian and international corporates, financial institutions and public entities through:
- strategic advisory on extraordinary finance transactions
- capital markets origination and execution
- integrated solutions combining financing and risk management
- a strong international presence across key financial centres.
“In a market characterised by increasingly selective dynamics and conditions that require resilience, innovation and disciplined execution, our Division continues to stand out for the effectiveness of the support provided to clients. The award reflects the commitment of our people and our ability to support companies and institutions with advanced solutions, an international perspective and a strong focus on execution”
Mauro Micillo, Chief of the IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division at Intesa Sanpaolo
Reinforcing Intesa Sanpaolo’s investment banking positioning
The award strengthens Intesa Sanpaolo’s positioning as a leading investment banking in Italy and enhances the international visibility of the Group’s corporate and institutional platform.
Under the leadership of CEO Carlo Messina, Intesa Sanpaolo continues to support the growth strategies of domestic and international clients, leveraging an integrated service model and established expertise in global financial markets.
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