PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI) has been awarded Best Digital Bank for SMEs in 2025 at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence. This recognition highlights BNI’s role in supporting small and medium-sized enterprises through digital financial services.

BNI Commercial Banking Director Muhammad Iqbal stated the award is a concrete form of international recognition for BNI’s ecosystem and its contribution to strengthening the national economy and the competitiveness of Indonesia’s capital market.

"This award is a form of global recognition for BNI's commitment to providing financial services that are not only competitive but also offer tangible benefits to the economy and the wider community," Iqbal said in a written statement.

Through platforms like Xpora and BNIdirect, BNI supports thousands of business owners in managing cash flow, obtaining financing, and expanding into export markets.

"This innovation not only reduces administrative burden and increases efficiency, but also paves the way for MSMEs to upgrade and compete in the international market," he added.

BNI Sekuritas Named Indonesia’s Best Investment Bank for ECM

BNI’s subsidiary, PT BNI Sekuritas, was named Indonesia’s Best Investment Bank for Equity Capital Market (ECM) in 2025. The award strengthens BNI Sekuritas' role in the Indonesian capital market.

In 2024, BNI Sekuritas led several major transactions, including acting as lead advisor in the voluntary tender offer for Siloam International Hospitals Tbk, which supported strategic ownership by the controlling shareholders.

The company also played a key role in the acquisition of shares in Industri Jamu dan Farmasi Sido Muncul Tbk, utilizing special financing supported by synergy within the BNI Group and collaboration with a global investor network.

“This award is concrete proof of BNI Sekuritas' efforts to provide innovative, strategic, and long-term impactful financial solutions for both clients and shareholders,” said Ikhsan Ramdan, BNI Sekuritas Investment Banking SEVP.

“This award also strengthens BNI Sekuritas' position as a leading investment banking and securities brokerage company from Indonesia,” he said.

Digital and Capital Market Synergy Strengthens BNI Group

BNI and BNI Sekuritas continue to demonstrate their integrated role in expanding digital services, financing solutions, and investment banking initiatives. These efforts contribute to inclusive economic growth and enhance the competitiveness of Indonesia’s financial industry on the international stage.

Euromoney Awards Highlight Global Financial Standards

The Euromoney Awards for Excellence have been held since 1992 and are recognized as one of the most prestigious awards in the global financial sector. The selection process includes in-depth evaluations of financial performance, product innovation, execution strength, and contributions to market development.

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