An overview of our analysis and coverage of the World's Best Banks, as Global Finance marks its twenty-fourth year giving these awards.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
 Introduction | And The Winners Are...
 Why They Won:
 Q+A | Seeking "Responsible Growth"
 Q+A | Thinking Forward
 Q+A | Transformation And Transparency
Q+A | Building On Improvements
 Q+A | Embracing Prudence
Q+A | Growing With Startups