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Quick to adapt
In rapidly changing conditions, one bank picked the right deals and harnessed Asia’s growing demand for socially responsible investments to fund Covid recovery efforts. For its response to unprecedented challenges, HSBC is IFR Asia’s Bond House of the Year.
Setting the standard
Transition champion
As sustainability initiatives found new impetus in 2020, one bank stood out for its determination to use its financing capabilities to promote real change. For leading by example, BNP Paribas is IFR Asia’s ESG House of the Year.
Renaissance bank
In a tumultuous year for Asian high-yield, one bank managed not only to deal with highly changeable market conditions but also helped develop the asset class. For going the extra mile, Deutsche Bank is IFR Asia’s High-Yield Bond House of the Year.
Top of the league
In a treacherous year for Asia’s loan market, one bank stood out with its courageous calls, sole mandates and well-distributed deals. For its leadership throughout the crisis, Standard Chartered is IFR Asia’s Loan House, China Loan House and India Loan House of the Year.
In fine shape
In a bumper year for Asia’s equity capital markets, one bank once again captured the key market themes and moved quickly to raise funds for its clients. For leading the deals that defined the year, Morgan Stanley is IFR Asia’s Equity House of the Year.
Delivering delta
One bank built on its strengths as a trusted adviser to equity-linked issuers across Asia Pacific in 2020, gaining market share in the process. For leading the way, Goldman Sachs is IFR Asia’s Structured Equity House of the Year.
Ready for take-off
Ahead of the curve
Change for goodTravel restrictions and social distancing transformed investment banking in 2020, introducing a more efficient, more flexible way of working. As health concerns begin to ease, will the changes stick?
A Star is bornThe Shanghai Star Market has been a shining success since its launch in 2019. Global investors and investment banks are paying close attention.
In search of supportAfter a slump in international issuance in 2020, fresh thinking may be needed to restore the appeal of the Japanese yen as a global funding currency.
A selection of numbers and charts that illustrate the events of 2020
Highlights of the year in black and white
More adventures of bond banker reginald sellars
Alternative definitions of the year’s buzzwords
