Commercial Bank Recognised with Four Global Finance Awards for Trade Finance and Digital Banking
08 November 2026
Commercial Bank Recognised with Four Global Finance Awards for Trade Finance and Digital Banking
Commercial Bank has been named at four awards at the World's Best Digital Bank Awards 2026 by Global Finance. In corporate banking, the Bank was named Best Trade Finance Services in both Qatar and the Middle East. In retail banking, CB was named Most Innovative Digital Bank in in the Middle East and Qatar.
Stephen Moss, Group Chief Executive Officer of Commercial Bank, said:
"We believe technology should deliver practical value for our customers, whether that means helping businesses manage complex trade transactions or making everyday banking simpler and more convenient. These awards reflect our progress across both corporate and retail banking, in Qatar and across the region. We will continue to build on that progress, with a clear focus on our customers and the trust they place in us."
In corporate banking, the Best Trade Finance Services awards reflect Commercial Bank's digital tools for importers and exporters across the Gulf. These tools enable clients to track document status, cargo releases and payment obligations online in real time.
Fahad Badar, EGM, Chief Wholesale and International Banking Officer at Commercial Bank, said:
"Trade finance depends on speed, accuracy and trust. We continue to invest in tools that give our clients greater visibility over their transactions and help them manage the process more efficiently. Being named best in Qatar and the Middle East reflects the work our teams are doing to support businesses and their international trade needs."
In consumer banking, the awards reflect Commercial Bank's focus on delivering a connected digital experience through the CBQ Mobile App and Internet Banking.
Shahnawaz Rashid, EGM and Head of Retail Banking at Commercial Bank, said:
"We are honored to be recognized as the Most Innovative Digital Bank in Qatar and the Middle East. At Commercial Bank, our vision is to make banking effortless by seamlessly integrating it into our customers’ everyday lives. Through continuous innovation, we are enhancing convenience, accessibility, and personalization across our digital channels. This award is a reflection of our teams’ dedication and inspires us to continue setting new benchmarks for customer experience and digital banking excellence."
Commercial Bank will continue to invest in digital banking across corporate and retail banking, as customer needs evolve.