Banorte Honored by International Banker
Grupo Financiero Banorte was awarded Best Innovation in Retail Banking 2026 in Mexico and Sustainable Bank of the Year 2026 in Mexico by International Banker, according to PR Newswire. This recognition occurred on March 13, 2026, and highlights Banorte’s strategy focused on customer-centric financial solutions and adaptation to technology.
Leadership and Strategy
Carlos Hank González, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Grupo Financiero Banorte, stated that sustainability and innovation are integral to Banorte’s operations and result in environmentally responsible, hyper-personalized financial products for clients. Banorte has developed products such as Hipoteca Verde and Autoestrene Verde aimed at reducing its carbon footprint.
Environmental Efforts
In 2025, Banorte conducted the reforestation and conservation of 241,561 trees as part of its goal to encourage the growth of one million trees by 2030. These initiatives align with Banorte’s commitment to Mexico’s social and environmental future, as noted in the awards announcement from PR Newswire.
About the Key Players
International Banker is a magazine specializing in the financial sector that rewards institutions for innovation, efficiency, and leadership, according to PR Newswire. Banorte offers services including banking, brokerage, and pension fund management through Afore XXI Banorte, which is the largest in Mexico by assets under management, and operates with 34,556 employees, 1,216 branches, 12,168 ATMs, 245,894 point-of-sale terminals, and 45,259 correspondent locations.
