PASHA Bank has been recognized as a winner in several
nominations of the “Banking Awards – 2025” competition organized by
the Azerbaijan Banks Association (ABA).
As part of the competition, the performance of financial
institutions operating in the country’s banking sector was
evaluated based on their 2025 results. According to the
Association’s expert panel, PASHA Bank received four prestigious
awards. The bank was named the winner in the following categories:
“Corporate Social Responsibility”, “Bank distinguished in the
development of international cooperation”, “ABA member implementing
initiatives to improve access to finance for small and medium
enterprises”, and “Implementation of innovative projects in digital
payments”.
It is worth noting that PASHA Bank has also received prestigious
ABA awards in previous years. The Bank’s activities aimed at
strengthening the non-oil sector, supporting economic growth, and
promoting sustainable entrepreneurship have earned it strong trust
both locally and internationally.
In 2026, the international rating agency “S&P” affirmed
PASHA Bank’s long-term and short-term credit ratings at “BB-/B”.
Additionally, the bank was recognized by the international
financial publication “International Investor Magazine” as “Best
Bank in Azerbaijan” and “Best SME Bank in Azerbaijan” for 2026.
In 2024–2025, PASHA Bank received awards from reputable
international publications such as Euromoney, International
Investor Magazine, and Global Finance for its contribution to the
development of local entrepreneurship, including “Best SME Bank”
and “World’s Best Private Banks 2025”. Furthermore, in 2025, the
bank became the first Azerbaijani bank to win the “Gold Stevie”
award in the “Company of the Year” category at the Stevie
Awards.
