Winning Investment Bank in Asia for Financing in 2025
In a remarkable show of strength, Deutsche Bank has been crowned Asia's Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025. This recognition comes as the bank continues to make waves in the financial world, with a series of notable transactions and achievements.
Deutsche Bank's regional footprint has grown significantly in 2024, executing 96 deals worth USD 9.2 billion across South Asia, Southeast Asia, North Asia, Australia, and Japan. This strategic expansion has seen the bank establish a strong presence in key markets, particularly Japan and India, demonstrating a mature regional presence [1].
The bank's influence in the capital markets is undeniable. Deutsche Bank was involved in five of the seven US IPOs by Asian issuers in 2024, a testament to its strong position and momentum in this sector [1]. The bank's comprehensive financing solutions, combined with strong risk management, have been recognised by Euromoney, contributing to its prestigious title [1].
The bank's success has not gone unnoticed. Alongside its title as Asia’s Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025, Deutsche Bank also won 11 awards globally at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025. These include Europe’s Best Investment Bank and Germany’s Best Investment Bank for the fourth consecutive year, underscoring its global network depth and local expertise in Asia and Europe [3].
Amit Khattar, the bank's Co-Head of Global Financing and Credit Trading & Head of the Investment Bank, APAC, expressed confidence in the bank's financing business, stating that it is in its strongest position in over a decade, despite geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges [1].
Deutsche Bank has also gained strong momentum in Equity Capital Markets (ECM), completing landmark transactions for Amer Sports, Lotus, Webtoon, Horizon Robotics, and more. The bank's market leading origination experts have established a powerhouse presence across the Asia Pacific region [2].
In addition, the bank has held Coalition's top ranking for Financing since 2021. For 2024, Deutsche Bank ranks number one in APAC with Coalition for Global Financing and Credit Trading, and for Financing and Trading [4]. The bank also ranks number one in APAC Lability Management, No.1 in Hong Kong G3 Bond Issuances, No.1 in AUD Corporate Kangaroo Bond Issuances, No.6 in Asia ex Japan G3 Bond Issuances, and No.1 in the China Interbank Bond Market [5].
In summary, Deutsche Bank's landmark achievements include a large volume of deals across the Asia Pacific, leadership in Asian issuers’ US IPOs, and multiple prestigious awards confirming its top-tier status and regional strength in financing and capital markets [1][3]. These accolades serve as a testament to Deutsche Bank's commitment to excellence and its position as a leader in the financial industry.
[1] Deutsche Bank (2025). Deutsche Bank named Asia’s Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025. Retrieved from https://www.db.com/en/news/2025/02/asia-s-best-investment-bank-financing-2025.html
[2] Deutsche Bank (2025). Deutsche Bank Equity Capital Markets. Retrieved from https://www.db.com/en/ecm/ecm.html
[3] Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025. Retrieved from https://www.euromoney.com/awards/2025/winners
[4] Coalition (2025). Deutsche Bank ranks No.1 in APAC for Global Financing and Credit Trading. Retrieved from https://www.coalition.com/news/deutsche-bank-ranks-no-1-in-apac-for-global-financing-and-credit-trading
[5] Various sources (2025). Deutsche Bank's Bond Rankings. Retrieved from https://www.reuters.com/finance/bonds/deutsche-bank
Deutsche Bank's strong presence in the financial world extends to various sectors, including capital markets and real-estate, as evidenced by its multiple awards and notable transactions in 2024. The bank's financing solutions have not only been recognized in Europe, but also in Asia, where it won the title of Asia's Best Investment Bank for Financing 2025. Moreover, Deutsche Bank's involvement in five out of seven US IPOs by Asian issuers in 2024 is a clear indication of its influence in the stock-market, demonstrating its expertise in investing.
