Tirana Bank part of BALFIN Group, has been awarded the prestigious title of “Best Bank in Albania” for 2025 by Euromoney, one of the world’s leading financial publications renowned for recognizing excellence in the banking sector.

This international accolade highlights Tirana Bank’s exceptional performance over the past year, particularly in three key areas: strong and consistent financial results, a clear strategic commitment to digital transformation, and ongoing improvements to customer experience.

The award was officially presented during the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025 ceremony, held on July 17 in London, where Tirana Bank was recognized among top-performing banks from around the globe.

During the official awards ceremony on July 17, 2025, in London, the Chief Executive Officer of Tirana Bank, Mr. Dritan Mustafa, stated: “It is a great honor and privilege to receive this prestigious recognition. This award is a testament to the tireless dedication of our staff, our innovative vision, and our long-term strategy for digital transformation. We will continue to work hard to maintain the highest standards and to always be trusted partners for our clients.”

Representatives of Tirana Bank attended the ceremony, where the bank’s position as one of the most successful institutions in the Albanian financial market was confirmed.

The Euromoney Awards are considered among the most prestigious in the global financial industry and are awarded annually to banking institutions that demonstrate outstanding performance, innovation, and contribution to economic development. Euromoney magazine, founded in 1969, is a global leader in the analysis and reporting of financial markets, offering special recognition to banks and financial institutions that stand out in the international financial industry.

Euromoney’s decision to award Tirana Bank was based on several significant achievements:

• Sustained growth across all key financial indicators, including assets, deposits, and lending.

• Strong profitability, with above-market returns on equity.

• Implementation of innovative digital banking projects, including upgrades to the Online Banking platform and digitization of lending processes.

• Enhanced customer experience, with faster, more user-friendly, and personalized banking services.

This recognition positions Tirana Bank as a leader in the Albanian banking sector, setting new standards in performance, innovation, and customer-centric service.

As part of BALFIN Group, this award reflects our Group’s broader strategy to support forward-looking, digitally advanced, and customer-oriented companies across all sectors. Tirana Bank’s success strengthens its position not only in the financial market but also within the dynamic BALFIN ecosystem.