Global Financial Market Review (GFM) is a dedicated online news aggregation portal specializing in financial market news and industry updates. It combines original editorials with curated content from global news providers, reaching over 14 million readers annually. With a focus on reliability and depth, GFM has positioned itself as a trusted source in the financial sector, boasting a strong social media presence with over 180,000 Twitter followers.
As part of its coverage of this huge and multi-disciplined industry, GFM has developed a series of Awards. Using a wide range of criteria such as Transparency, Corporate Governance, Sustainability, Volume of Transactions, Innovation, Fintech and Customer Service, the Awards have been developed to recognise companies and institutions who have achieved notable success in their respective fields. This, in turn, has become a standard for reliability, performance and security within the financial community.
For the 3rd Week of January 2025, GFM Review's judging panel is proud to award the following institutions:
Wright Research
- Best Female Portfolio Manager India 2025
- Best Boutique Funds Under Management India 2025
Wright Research, founded in 2019, is a SEBI-registered investment advisory firm specializing in quantitative research and machine learning-driven portfolio management.
The firm focuses on delivering data-backed investment strategies that aim to optimize returns while managing risk. Notable for its offerings such as the Wright Factor Fund and New India Smallcase strategy, Wright Research has consistently demonstrated strong performance, leveraging a multi-factor approach combining fundamental, technical, and sentiment-driven insights.
With a commitment to innovation and client-centric solutions, the firm caters to a diverse investor base, emphasizing transparency, adaptability, and technology to navigate dynamic market conditions and meet varied financial goals.
Factor Expres
- Best Alternative Finance Provider Mexico 2025
- Best Revolving Credit Mexico 2025
Factor Expres is a Mexican financial institution focused on providing financial solutions to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Specializing in factoring, it enables businesses to access liquidity by advancing accounts receivable, facilitating cash flow management.
The company offers services such as recourse factoring, express credit, and leasing, with funding options ranging from $100,000 to $150,000,000 MXN.
With a focus on operational efficiency, it supports both suppliers and buyers through tailored solutions and transparent pricing.
Factor Expres aims to address the financial needs of SMEs, helping them manage working capital, pursue growth opportunities, and navigate competitive market environments.
The State Labor Inspection Service
- Best Regulatory Technology (RegTech) Solution in Azerbaijan for 2025
The State Labor Inspection Service (SLIS), under Azerbaijan's Ministry of Labor and Social Protection, ensures compliance with labor laws and promotes workforce safety.
Established in 1919 and restructured in 2011, SLIS operates through a centralized and regional network, leveraging advanced digital tools like the Labor and Employment Subsystem (EMAS) to streamline processes, enforce regulations, and digitize employment contracts.
A member of international organizations such as the ILO, SLIS emphasizes occupational safety through its dedicated Center for Occupational Safety. Focused on transparency, international standards, and collaboration, SLIS plays a critical role in fostering equitable and safe labor practices nationwide.
About GFM Review
Global Financial Market Review (GFM) is an online news portal that is focused on the financial industry. It has been developed to deliver informative and independent news from around the world. The articles on GFM are both sourced from a number of independent news sources as well as written in-house. This is reflected in the quality and insight that the portal delivers to readers. GFM readership is comprised of decision makers from global businesses including FT100 and Fortune 500 companies as well as high net worth individuals.