In a remarkable demonstration of its industry leadership, the Land Bank of the Philippines (Landbank) has been honored with seven major international awards throughout 2025. These prestigious accolades celebrate the state-run bank's outstanding performance across inclusive finance, investment banking, and its strong workplace culture, while also highlighting the transformative leadership of its President and CEO, Lynette V. Ortiz.
Global Recognition from Forbes and Euromoney
Landbank secured a coveted position on the Forbes World’s Best Banks 2025 list, ranking 5th among the nine Philippine banks that made the cut. This list, compiled in partnership with Statista, solidifies the bank's reputation for excellence and customer trust.
Further affirming its status as a top employer, the bank was also included in the Forbes World’s Best Employers 2025 list. Landbank achieved an impressive 4th place in the Philippines and ranked 187th globally out of 900 organizations, a testament to its positive workplace environment and commitment to public service.
The bank's excellence was also recognized at the prestigious Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, where it received two distinct honors. It was named the Best Bank for Diversity and Inclusion for its dedicated efforts to serve underserved sectors. Simultaneously, it was awarded Best Investment Bank for Debt Capital Markets (DCM), acknowledging its pivotal role in structuring and facilitating debt financing across various sectors of the economy.
Leadership Excellence and Additional Honors
The Asian Banking & Finance (ABF) Awards also commended Landbank, presenting it with the Domestic Retail Bank of the Year – Philippines award. This award highlights the bank's success in expanding customer access through innovative and customer-centered financial services.
The year 2025 was also a standout period for Landbank President and CEO Lynette V. Ortiz, who earned two significant personal accolades. The Global Banking & Finance (GBF) Awards named her the Best New Banking CEO, citing her transformative leadership and the positive impact she has had on the bank's performance and credibility.
Adding to this, Fortune Magazine recognized PCEO Ortiz as one of Asia’s Most Powerful Women in 2025. She ranked an impressive 3rd in the Philippines and 72nd worldwide, with the magazine highlighting her influential work in advancing inclusive finance, digital transformation, and public service innovation.
A Testament to Collective Effort and National Service
In a statement, PCEO Ortiz attributed these achievements to the bank's strategic focus and its people. She said these recognitions reflect Landbank's intensified drive towards inclusive banking, digital transformation, and service excellence.
"They are a testament to the dedication of all Landbankers nationwide," Ortiz stated, "whose collective efforts empower our clients and communities while advancing the nation’s broader development goals." The seven awards collectively paint a picture of a financial institution that is not only successful in its operations but also deeply committed to its social mandate and its people.
