Corporate treasury has faced another year of significant transformation, as finance leaders navigate persistent economic uncertainty, evolving interest rate expectations, and increasingly complex global liquidity demands. In 2026, treasury teams have been challenged to balance resilience with agility – managing cash, mitigating risk, and ensuring operational efficiency in an environment shaped by geopolitical volatility, regulatory change, and rapid technological advancement. At the same time, the continued adoption of real-time payments, automation, and AI-driven forecasting tools is reshaping the function, enabling treasurers to move beyond traditional cash management toward more strategic, data-led decision-making. As the Association for Financial Professionals recently observed, “treasury is evolving from a control function into a strategic business partner,” reflecting the growing influence of treasury professionals in driving enterprise-wide value. This year’s Corporate Treasury Awards recognise the organisations and leaders who have embraced that evolution with distinction. Their achievements demonstrate excellence in liquidity management, innovation, and strategic foresight, setting new benchmarks for performance across the profession. We are proud to recognise those setting the pace for the next generation of treasury leadership and celebrating the vision that continues to redefine corporate finance.

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