INTESA SANPAOLO RECOGNISED BY EUROMONEY AS ITALY'S BEST INVESTMENT BANK

• The award was presented to Intesa Sanpaolo's IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026
• Mauro Micillo, Chief of Intesa Sanpaolo's IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division: "In an environment that calls for vision, agility and the ability to support change, we will continue to stand alongside Italian companies and the many outstanding businesses that represent the excellence of our country. Our ambition remains to be a trusted, long-term partner for the growth of Italy's entrepreneurial ecosystem"
• Several banks within the International Banks Division were also recognised

Milan, 20 July 2026 – Intesa Sanpaolo, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division led by Mauro Micillo, has been recognised as Italy's Best Investment Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026, held in London last week.

The award confirms the IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division's leading position in the Italian investment banking market and recognises a business model that combines specialised expertise, innovation, international reach and strong support for the real economy. The Division continues to partner with corporates, financial institutions and public finance, delivering integrated solutions to support growth, transformation and development across domestic and international markets.

The recognition from Euromoney highlights IMI CIB's ability to create long-term value for its clients, reinforcing its leadership in investment banking through a comprehensive offering spanning advisory, capital markets, structured finance, transaction banking and tailored solutions to support business growth and international expansion.

Mauro Micillo, Chief of Intesa Sanpaolo's IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, commented: "Being recognized by Euromoney as Italy's Best Investment Bank is an important acknowledgement of the trust that the market places in our Division and in the commitment of our people. In an environment that calls for vision, agility and the ability to support change, we will continue to stand alongside Italian companies and the many outstanding businesses that represent the excellence of our country, leveraging our specialised expertise, international network and tailored solutions to support their investment, innovation and growth plans. Our ambition remains to be a trusted, long-term partner for the growth of Italy's entrepreneurial ecosystem."

Established in 1992, the Euromoney Awards for Excellence are among the most prestigious accolades in the global banking and financial services industry. Each year, they recognize institutions that have distinguished themselves through service quality, innovation, business performance, growth and the value they create for clients and stakeholders across their respective markets.

A long-standing track record of recognition

The recognition from Euromoney marks another milestone in the IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division's long-standing track record of excellence, reflecting its continued position among the leading players in the international investment banking landscape.

In 2024, the Division was recognised by Euromoney as Italy's Best Investment Bank and Italy's Best Bank for Corporates, underscoring the strength of its offering and its role as a strategic partner for Italian businesses.

Earlier this year, Global Finance also named the Division Best Investment Bank in Italy for the sixth consecutive year.

These awards reaffirm the strength of IMI CIB's business model and its ability to support the growth and competitiveness of businesses, contributing to Italy's economic development while strengthening the Group's international presence.

International Banks Division Also Recognised

Several banks within Intesa Sanpaolo's International Banks Division, led by Paola Papanicolaou, also received awards at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2026.

In particular, PBZ (Privredna banka Zagreb) was named Croatia's Best Retail Bank and Croatia's Best Bank for ESG; Banca Intesa Beograd was recognised as Serbia's Best Bank; AlexBank received the award for Egypt's Best Retail Bank; and CIB Bank was named Hungary's Best for Mortgages/Home Loans.

These awards further strengthen Intesa Sanpaolo's position, under the leadership of CEO Carlo Messina, among the world's leading banking groups. They also highlight the value of the Group's diverse business platforms and their ability to meet the evolving needs of households and businesses while fostering innovation, competitiveness and sustainable growth.

For further information: https://www.euromoney.com/awards/awards-for-excellence/

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