Recognized at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards for settlement innovation and client serviceTORONTO, Aug. 19, 2026 /CNW/ -- RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) has been named Operations Team of the

<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prntac"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Recognized at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards for settlement innovation and client service</i></b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">TORONTO</span>, <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">Aug. 19, 2026</span> /CNW/ -- RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) has been named Operations Team of the Year at the <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.securitiesfinancetimes.com/industryexcellenceawards/winners.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards</a>, dedicated to recognizing the most talented firms, individuals and departments in the global securities finance industry, with winners selected on merit by a panel of independent industry professionals. The award honours RBCIS&#39;s Securities Lending Operations team, serving Canadian asset managers, pension funds and insurance providers whose assets demand the highest standards of settlement integrity.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;Being recognized by Securities Finance Times as Operations Team of the Year is a reflection of the client commitment that defines us. In a market where settlement precision and operational resilience are non-negotiable, our Securities Lending Operations team has set a new standard, and this award is entirely theirs,&#34; said Claire Johnson, CEO, RBCIS. &#34;We will continue to invest in the technology and talent our clients depend on, because raising the bar on operational excellence is never finished.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">With active loans across 34 lendable markets, the team plays a critical role in the functioning of Canada&#39;s market infrastructure. Ranked #1 by average value on loan across Canadian equities, ETFs, government debt and corporate bonds<sup xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1</sup>, and recognized as the top lender of Canadian government debt, RBCIS&#39;s position at the top of the market reflects a team that holds itself to an exceptional standard.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Operating from hubs in Toronto and Kuala Lumpur, the Securities Lending Operations team provides around-the-clock support across global time zones for clients navigating Canada&#39;s complex regulatory, settlement and jurisdictional requirements.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Automation that delivers measurable results for clients <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b>That commitment to precision is backed by a sustained investment in technology. Over the past year, the team deployed in-house automation that delivered measurable improvements across settlement, risk and client service:</p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" type="disc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Significant reduction in average daily settlement processing times</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Straight-through processing (STP), resulting in faster, cleaner settlement for institutional clients</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Open reconciliations remediated, resulting in a reduction in risk exposure</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Collateral management enhancements, enabling more efficient use of available assets on behalf of clients</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;Every decision the team makes traces back to one question: what do our clients need? Across the full value chain, that client-first discipline is what drives continuous improvement,&#34; said Kerry Phippen, Managing Director, Market Service Operations. &#34;The talent on this team is extraordinary. The work they do, and the standard they hold themselves to, is what allows our clients to operate with confidence.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About RBC</b><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br>Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 101,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada&#39;s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/about-rbc.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com</a>.‎ </p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/community-social-impact/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com/peopleandplanet</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About RBC Investor Services <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b>RBC Investor Services delivers investment servicing solutions to Canadian asset managers and asset owners, insurance providers, investment counsellors and global financial institutions. With more than 1,800 employees and offices across the globe, our focus is on safeguarding the assets of our clients and enabling their growth. Part of Royal Bank of Canada, Canada&#39;s largest bank, RBC Investor Services has over C$3.1 trillion of assets under administration. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcis.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbcis.com</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Media Contact: <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:ylana.kurtz@rbc.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Ylana Kurtz</a>, RBC Investor Services</p><div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" class="prnbcc"><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prnbbbs" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="3" rowspan="1"><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnml4"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnews_span"><sup xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1</sup> Source: S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence. Ranking based on average value on loan for Canadian securities, limited to equities, ETFs, government debt, and corporate bonds as at Q2 2026.</span></p></td></tr></table></div>



<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">SOURCE RBC Investor Services</p><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" alt="" src="https://rt.newswire.ca/rt.gif?NewsItemId=C8898&amp;Transmission_Id=202608190901CANADANWCANADAPR_C8898&amp;DateId=20260819" style="border:0px; width:1px; height:1px;"></img><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" title="Cision" width="12" height="12" alt="Cision" src="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/img/favicon.png?sn=C8898&amp;sd=2026-08-19"></img> View original content to download multimedia: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="CNWURL" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/August2026/19/c8898.html" target="_blank">http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/August2026/19/c8898.html</a></p>

RBC Investor Services named Operations Team of the Year

RBC Investor Services wins Industry Excellence Award signals RBC operational strength

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    <p>Recognized at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards for settlement innovation and client serviceTORONTO, Aug. 19, 2026 /CNW/ -- RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) has been named Operations Team of the</p>
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    <p>RBC Investor Services was named Operations Team of the Year at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards, highlighting settlement integrity and client service. The unit operates in 34 lendable markets and ranks #1 by average loan value across Canadian securities, supported by automation that reduces settlement times and risk. This recognition reinforces RBC&#039;s leadership in Canadian market infrastructure and could bolster RBC valuation via its broader franchise.</p>
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    <ul><li>RBCIS named Operations Team of the Year at 2026 Securities Finance Times Awards. Recognizes settlement integrity and client service.</li><li>RBCIS operates across 34 lendable markets and ranks #1 by average loan value across Canadian securities.</li><li>Automation improvements reduced settlement times, enabled straight-through processing, and lowered risk.</li><li>RBCIS hubs in Toronto and Kuala Lumpur support global clients; RBC emphasizes client-first, technology-led growth.</li></ul>
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    <h3>Companies Mentioned</h3>
    <ul><li><strong>Royal Bank of Canada (RY)</strong>: Positive implications for RBC’s franchise; award underscores operational excellence across its securities servicing arm.</li><li><strong>S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence (SPGI)</strong>: Provided ranking data used in the release; marks external validation of RBCIS performance.</li></ul>
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    <p>Category: Industry News. Highlights a recognition event and competing-operational metrics within a major bank&#039;s securities services arm, signaling competitive strength in market infrastructure.</p>
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    <ul><li>Award signals stronger RBC franchise and potential revenue gains from securities lending.</li><li>Rankings show leadership in loan value across Canadian securities (Q2 2026 data).</li><li>Automation improvements may boost client retention and cross-sell within RBC services.</li><li>Near-term sentiment for RBC stock could improve, though direct earnings impact is not yet evident.</li></ul>
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    <ul><li>Date: Aug 19, 2026; RBC Investor Services named Operations Team of the Year.</li><li>RBCIS operates across 34 lendable markets; top lender of Canadian government debt.</li><li>Ranked #1 by average value on loan across Canadian equities, ETFs, government debt and corporate bonds (as of Q2 2026, source: S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence).</li><li>RBCIS employs &gt;1,800 people; assets under administration exceed C$3.1 trillion.</li><li>RBC is Canada&#039;s biggest bank by market capitalization.</li></ul>
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    <p>Over the next 6–12 months, RY may see modest upside from RBC’s enhanced operations and client franchise.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prntac"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><i xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Recognized at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards for settlement innovation and client service</i></b></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">TORONTO</span>, <span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="legendSpanClass">Aug. 19, 2026</span> /CNW/ -- RBC Investor Services (RBCIS) has been named Operations Team of the Year at the <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.securitiesfinancetimes.com/industryexcellenceawards/winners.php" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards</a>, dedicated to recognizing the most talented firms, individuals and departments in the global securities finance industry, with winners selected on merit by a panel of independent industry professionals. The award honours RBCIS&#39;s Securities Lending Operations team, serving Canadian asset managers, pension funds and insurance providers whose assets demand the highest standards of settlement integrity.</p>
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<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;Being recognized by Securities Finance Times as Operations Team of the Year is a reflection of the client commitment that defines us. In a market where settlement precision and operational resilience are non-negotiable, our Securities Lending Operations team has set a new standard, and this award is entirely theirs,&#34; said Claire Johnson, CEO, RBCIS. &#34;We will continue to invest in the technology and talent our clients depend on, because raising the bar on operational excellence is never finished.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">With active loans across 34 lendable markets, the team plays a critical role in the functioning of Canada&#39;s market infrastructure. Ranked #1 by average value on loan across Canadian equities, ETFs, government debt and corporate bonds<sup xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1</sup>, and recognized as the top lender of Canadian government debt, RBCIS&#39;s position at the top of the market reflects a team that holds itself to an exceptional standard.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Operating from hubs in Toronto and Kuala Lumpur, the Securities Lending Operations team provides around-the-clock support across global time zones for clients navigating Canada&#39;s complex regulatory, settlement and jurisdictional requirements.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Automation that delivers measurable results for clients <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b>That commitment to precision is backed by a sustained investment in technology. Over the past year, the team deployed in-house automation that delivered measurable improvements across settlement, risk and client service:</p><ul xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" type="disc"><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Significant reduction in average daily settlement processing times</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Straight-through processing (STP), resulting in faster, cleaner settlement for institutional clients</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Open reconciliations remediated, resulting in a reduction in risk exposure</li><li xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Collateral management enhancements, enabling more efficient use of available assets on behalf of clients</li></ul><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">&#34;Every decision the team makes traces back to one question: what do our clients need? Across the full value chain, that client-first discipline is what drives continuous improvement,&#34; said Kerry Phippen, Managing Director, Market Service Operations. &#34;The talent on this team is extraordinary. The work they do, and the standard they hold themselves to, is what allows our clients to operate with confidence.&#34;</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About RBC</b><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br>Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. Our success comes from the 101,000+ employees who leverage their imaginations and insights to bring our vision, values and strategy to life so we can help our clients thrive and communities prosper. As Canada&#39;s biggest bank and one of the largest in the world, based on market capitalization, we have a diversified business model with a focus on innovation and providing exceptional experiences to our more than 19 million clients in Canada, the U.S. and 27 other countries. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/about-rbc.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com</a>.‎ </p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">We are proud to support a broad range of community initiatives through donations, community investments and employee volunteer activities. See how at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbc.com/community-social-impact/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbc.com/peopleandplanet</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">About RBC Investor Services <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b>RBC Investor Services delivers investment servicing solutions to Canadian asset managers and asset owners, insurance providers, investment counsellors and global financial institutions. With more than 1,800 employees and offices across the globe, our focus is on safeguarding the assets of our clients and enabling their growth. Part of Royal Bank of Canada, Canada&#39;s largest bank, RBC Investor Services has over C$3.1 trillion of assets under administration. Learn more at <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="https://www.rbcis.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">rbcis.com</a>.</p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><b xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">Media Contact: <br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></b><a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" href="mailto:ylana.kurtz@rbc.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Ylana Kurtz</a>, RBC Investor Services</p><div xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><table xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="1" class="prnbcc"><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnpr2 prnpl2 prnvab prnbbbs" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="1" rowspan="1"><br xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></br></td></tr><tr xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><td xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prngen3" colspan="3" rowspan="1"><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnml4"><span xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" class="prnews_span"><sup xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">1</sup> Source: S&amp;P Global Market Intelligence. Ranking based on average value on loan for Canadian securities, limited to equities, ETFs, government debt, and corporate bonds as at Q2 2026.</span></p></td></tr></table></div>



<p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml">SOURCE RBC Investor Services</p><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" alt="" src="https://rt.newswire.ca/rt.gif?NewsItemId=C8898&amp;Transmission_Id=202608190901CANADANWCANADAPR_C8898&amp;DateId=20260819" style="border:0px; width:1px; height:1px;"></img><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"></p><p xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><img xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" title="Cision" width="12" height="12" alt="Cision" src="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/img/favicon.png?sn=C8898&amp;sd=2026-08-19"></img> View original content to download multimedia: <a xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml" id="CNWURL" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/August2026/19/c8898.html" target="_blank">http://www.newswire.ca/en/releases/archive/August2026/19/c8898.html</a></p>

RBC Investor Services was named Operations Team of the Year at the 2026 Securities Finance Times Industry Excellence Awards, highlighting settlement integrity and client service. The unit operates in 34 lendable markets and ranks #1 by average loan value across Canadian securities, supported by automation that reduces settlement times and risk. This recognition reinforces RBC's leadership in Canadian market infrastructure and could bolster RBC valuation via its broader franchise.

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