Private banking awards national winners 2026: New Zealand

Best private bank: Bank of New Zealand

New Zealand’s private wealth market continues to tilt towards advisory-led relationships, with high-net-worth (HNW) clients seeking professional guidance, diversified access and a seamless digital experience across channels. 

During the review period, Bank of New Zealand (BNZ) pursued a deliberate “invest for growth” agenda: expanding adviser capacity, upgrading its WealthNet and Navigator platforms, and refreshing customer relationship management (CRM) to improve personalisation and response times. 

Thirty premium co-working spaces blend digital and in-person service, while leadership invested in client programmes and nationwide engagement – evidence of a bank building capability, not just scale.

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