European DataWarehouse Honors CaixaBank with Prestigious Data Quality Award at 2025 TSI Congress
In a celebration of excellence in data management and transparency, European DataWarehouse (EDW) presented its fourth annual Data Quality Award at the 2025 TSI Congress in Berlin. This year’s coveted “Best Data Quality – Deal of the Year (2024-2025)” award was bestowed upon CaixaBank SA and CaixaBank Titulización SGFT, SAU for their outstanding deal, CAIXABANK PYMES 13, F.T. The recognition highlights the institutions’ unwavering commitment to precision, reliability, and adherence to the highest standards in reporting.
“We are delighted to be recognized with the ‘Best Data Quality – Deal of the Year’ award from European DataWarehouse,” said Álvaro Hernández Martínez, Director of Credit Risk Policies and Information at CaixaBank SA. “Our focus on precision and reliability in reporting is strengthened by EDW’s solutions, which help us consistently meet the highest standards.”
The award program, launched in 2022 during EDW’s 10th anniversary celebration in Frankfurt, has become a hallmark of excellence in the securitization industry. It recognizes ABS (Asset-Backed Securities) issuers and their servicers who demonstrate exceptional effort and superior data quality. By celebrating these achievements, EDW underscores the critical role that accurate and reliable data plays in risk assessment, investment decisions, and financial research.
A Commitment to High-Quality Data
During the award presentation, Dr. Christian Thun, CEO of European DataWarehouse, emphasized the importance of high-quality data in today’s financial ecosystem. “EDW’s award program highlights the importance of high-quality data and allows us to acknowledge the outstanding commitment of our issuers,” he remarked. “Their careful work ensures that data remains trustworthy and impactful for risk assessment, investment decisions, and research.”
The rigorous selection process for the award involves evaluating participants based on an overall data-quality score derived from thousands of data rules and checks. These criteria ensure that only the most meticulous and well-executed deals receive recognition. For this year’s award, EDW assessed submissions against its comprehensive framework, which includes over 4,000 rules and checks applied to both the ECB Loan-Level Data templates and the ESMA Underlying Exposures, Investor Report, and Significant Event templates.
The Evolution of Data Quality Scoring
European DataWarehouse has long been at the forefront of promoting transparency and data integrity in the securitization market. Recognizing the need for standardized metrics to evaluate data quality, EDW introduced deal-level scoring as early as 2016. This innovation allowed stakeholders to easily communicate and monitor improvements in data quality over time. Since then, EDW has continuously refined its methodology, expanding its library of rules and checks to address the evolving demands of regulatory frameworks and market participants.
The introduction of these robust evaluation tools has not only enhanced transparency but also empowered issuers and servicers to identify areas for improvement. By providing actionable insights, EDW enables participants to elevate their reporting practices, ultimately contributing to a more reliable and efficient financial system.
A Testament to Excellence: CAIXABANK PYMES 13, F.T.
The winning deal, CAIXABANK PYMES 13, F.T., exemplifies the high standards that EDW seeks to promote through its award program. The transaction, structured and executed by CaixaBank SA and CaixaBank Titulización SGFT, SAU, demonstrated exceptional data accuracy and completeness throughout its lifecycle. This achievement reflects the institutions’ dedication to leveraging advanced tools and methodologies to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements while maintaining operational excellence.
CaixaBank’s success in this year’s award program is a testament to its strategic approach to data management. By integrating cutting-edge solutions provided by EDW, the institution has been able to streamline its reporting processes, reduce errors, and enhance the overall quality of its submissions. This proactive stance not only benefits CaixaBank but also contributes to the broader goal of fostering trust and confidence in the securitization market.
Driving Industry Standards Forward
The Data Quality Award program serves as a platform for recognizing and rewarding best practices in data management while encouraging continuous improvement across the industry. By highlighting exemplary deals like CAIXABANK PYMES 13, F.T., EDW reinforces the importance of transparency, accuracy, and accountability in financial reporting.
Moreover, the program plays a vital role in advancing industry standards. As regulatory bodies such as the ECB and ESMA continue to emphasize the need for high-quality loan-level data, initiatives like EDW’s award program provide valuable benchmarks for issuers and servicers. By adhering to these standards, participants can ensure that their data remains relevant and reliable for investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
About European DataWarehouse
European DataWarehouse (EDW) is a designated Securitisation Repository, authorised by both the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) and the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). Established in 2012, EDW was the first repository of its kind in Europe, created to improve transparency and support due diligence in the asset-backed securities (ABS) market.
EDW collects, validates, and provides access to standardised loan-level data and related documentation for ABS transactions and private whole loan portfolios. By serving as a central data hub, EDW enables investors, issuers, and regulators to efficiently analyse and compare portfolios, fostering greater trust and efficiency in the securitisation ecosystem.
