Mizuho Americas has been recognized at the 2025 Global Markets Choice Awards, winning two prestigious honors: Best in CLOs (Collateralized Loan Obligations) and Best in Equity Research.
In just three years, Mizuho’s CLO team has quickly risen to prominence. The team now ranks among the top five for broadly syndicated CLO new issues by volume and is recognized as a leading foreign bank in the sector. In 2024, the platform arranged 37 deals and has already arranged 24 deals in 2025. This strong performance has earned the team praise from CLO managers and investors alike. Additionally, Mizuho’s unique ties with clients in Japan, one of the most prominent investor regions for CLO AAA, have helped distinguish the team in the market.
Tom Hartnett, Head of Fixed Income Division at Mizuho Americas, expressed pride in the achievement, saying, “This recognition reflects the outstanding efforts of our team, whose dedication and expertise have been central to our momentum in the CLO market. Our strategy, along with deep connectivity between the Americas and Japan, continues to set us apart and provide exceptional value to clients across both regions.”
Mizuho Americas’ Equity Research team also earned recognition for its continued advancements. Their research expansion has been a key driver behind the success of Mizuho’s Equity and Banking franchises.
Darlene Pasquill, Head of Equity Division, commented on the honor, saying, “Winning the Markets Choice award for Best in Equity Research underscores our US and Japanese alpha-generating ideas and differentiated research for our investor and corporate clients. We are grateful for the advancements Bill Featherson has made in elevating our US Equity Research product since joining Mizuho from Credit Suisse.”
The award ceremony took place at the Central Park Boathouse in New York City.
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