The International Banker Awards 2025, one of the leading professional journals in the financial sector, awarded BIIC the trophy for "Best Commercial Bank of the Year - Benin" (https://internationalbanker.com/banking/the-international-banker-2025-middle-east-africa-awards-winners). The International Banker Awards annually recognize leading individuals and organizations that set new standards of performance and push boundaries in the financial sector, inspiring the aspirations of their peers. The nominees' performances are carefully evaluated by a panel of international experts. The International Banker Awards praised the consistency of BIIC's strategic approach, its support for productive market players, and the relevance of its service offering.

This international distinction crowns the sustained efforts, notable performances of recent years and the leadership positioning of our institution. It comes one month after a major strategic milestone: the introduction of the BIIC to the Regional Stock Exchange (BRVM) via a public offering that raised more than 100 billion FCFA.

It should be noted that this is BIIC's second distinction this year. At the Africa SME Champions Forum 2025, the bank had already been recognized for its commitment to SME financing through its high-impact programs: BIIC AVEC ELLES and PME BOOST.

With this award, BIIC joins the select circle of global financial institutions recognized by the International Banker Awards, confirming its status as a leading bank and its ambition for excellence in the African banking landscape.