April 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern
BofA Global Research Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey
Top overall recognition for the second consecutive year, with leading performance across all 35 categories
HONG KONG – BofA Global Research today announced that it has been ranked No. 1 for Research in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey, earning the top overall position for the second consecutive year.
The Extel Asia Research survey ranks the region’s sell-side analysts in Asia, excluding Japan, Australia and New Zealand. The 2026 results reflect independent feedback from 3,646 portfolio managers and analysts across 350+ institutions.
The achievement delivered leading results across all 35 categories, placing BofA Global Research among a group of four top-tier firms and highlighting the depth and breadth of its Asia Pacific research. Of all categories, 23, or 65%, ranked in the top three, representing nearly two thirds of the total market capitalization covered by BofA Global Research in Asia Pacific.
BofA Global Research ranked first in several sectors, including:
Chris Oberoi, head of APAC equity research at BofA Global Research, said “We are honored to be recognized by Extel once again and to earn the continued trust of our clients. This recognition speaks to the consistency, relevance, and high quality our analysts strive to deliver, especially during a year defined by volatility and uncertainty.”
“Our Asia Pacific research continues to focus on the themes driving investment decisions, including defense, energy security, and AI infrastructure,” Oberoi added. “Strong coordination across sectors and regions allows us to bring global context together with local expertise and help clients navigate rapidly changing markets.”
BofA Global Research delivers original, forward‑looking investment insights to institutional and private clients around the world. The franchise covers approximately 3,500 stocks, 1,300 credits, and produces economic forecasts for nearly 60 countries and 40 commodities.
For more information about BofA Global Research: https://business.bofa.com/en-us/content/market-strategies-insights.html
Answer: BofA Global Research received the top overall firm recognition in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey for the second consecutive year.
Answer: The Extel Asia Research Survey is an independent, annual assessment of sell side research quality across Asia. The survey evaluates research based on votes from institutional portfolio managers and analysts, covering sector expertise, insight quality, and relevance.
For methodology, please click here.
Answer: BofA Global Research delivered leading results across all 35 ranked categories in the 2026 survey. Of these, 23 categories, or 65 percent, ranked in the top three.
Answer: BofA Global Research achieved first place rankings in five sectors: Autos and Auto Parts, Basic Materials, Chemicals, Oil and Gas, Consumer Discretionary, and Consumer Staples.
Answer: BofA Global Research provides integrated insights across equities, fixed income, commodities, currencies, and macroeconomics. This multi-asset coverage helps clients assess risks and opportunities across global markets.
Answer: BofA Global Research will continue investing in talent, data, and analytical capabilities while strengthening collaboration across teams. The focus remains on delivering timely, high quality insights to clients amid changing market conditions.
Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving nearly 70 million clients with approximately 3,500 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Rebecca Lo, Bank of America
Phone: +852.3508.5350
rebecca.lo@bofa.com
April 26, 2026 at 9:00 PM Eastern
BofA Global Research Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey
Top overall recognition for the second consecutive year, with leading performance across all 35 categories
HONG KONG – BofA Global Research today announced that it has been ranked No. 1 for Research in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey, earning the top overall position for the second consecutive year.
The Extel Asia Research survey ranks the region’s sell-side analysts in Asia, excluding Japan, Australia and New Zealand. The 2026 results reflect independent feedback from 3,646 portfolio managers and analysts across 350+ institutions.
The achievement delivered leading results across all 35 categories, placing BofA Global Research among a group of four top-tier firms and highlighting the depth and breadth of its Asia Pacific research. Of all categories, 23, or 65%, ranked in the top three, representing nearly two thirds of the total market capitalization covered by BofA Global Research in Asia Pacific.
BofA Global Research ranked first in several sectors, including:
Chris Oberoi, head of APAC equity research at BofA Global Research, said “We are honored to be recognized by Extel once again and to earn the continued trust of our clients. This recognition speaks to the consistency, relevance, and high quality our analysts strive to deliver, especially during a year defined by volatility and uncertainty.”
“Our Asia Pacific research continues to focus on the themes driving investment decisions, including defense, energy security, and AI infrastructure,” Oberoi added. “Strong coordination across sectors and regions allows us to bring global context together with local expertise and help clients navigate rapidly changing markets.”
BofA Global Research delivers original, forward‑looking investment insights to institutional and private clients around the world. The franchise covers approximately 3,500 stocks, 1,300 credits, and produces economic forecasts for nearly 60 countries and 40 commodities.
For more information about BofA Global Research: https://business.bofa.com/en-us/content/market-strategies-insights.html
Answer: BofA Global Research received the top overall firm recognition in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey for the second consecutive year.
Answer: The Extel Asia Research Survey is an independent, annual assessment of sell side research quality across Asia. The survey evaluates research based on votes from institutional portfolio managers and analysts, covering sector expertise, insight quality, and relevance.
For methodology, please click here.
Answer: BofA Global Research delivered leading results across all 35 ranked categories in the 2026 survey. Of these, 23 categories, or 65 percent, ranked in the top three.
Answer: BofA Global Research achieved first place rankings in five sectors: Autos and Auto Parts, Basic Materials, Chemicals, Oil and Gas, Consumer Discretionary, and Consumer Staples.
Answer: BofA Global Research provides integrated insights across equities, fixed income, commodities, currencies, and macroeconomics. This multi-asset coverage helps clients assess risks and opportunities across global markets.
Answer: BofA Global Research will continue investing in talent, data, and analytical capabilities while strengthening collaboration across teams. The focus remains on delivering timely, high quality insights to clients amid changing market conditions.
Bank of America is one of the world’s leading financial institutions, serving individual consumers, small and middle-market businesses and large corporations with a full range of banking, investing, asset management and other financial and risk management products and services. The company provides unmatched convenience in the United States, serving nearly 70 million clients with approximately 3,500 retail financial centers, approximately 15,000 ATMs (automated teller machines) and award-winning digital banking with approximately 59 million verified digital users. Bank of America is a global leader in wealth management, corporate and investment banking and trading across a broad range of asset classes, serving corporations, governments, institutions and individuals around the world. Bank of America offers industry leading support to approximately 4 million small business households through a suite of innovative, easy-to-use online products and services. The company serves clients through operations across the United States, its territories and more than 35 countries. Bank of America Corporation stock (NYSE: BAC) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Rebecca Lo, Bank of America
Phone: +852.3508.5350
rebecca.lo@bofa.com
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