The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic announced that Global Finance magazine has recognized Governor Héctor Valdez Albizu as one of the world’s best central bank governors, based on an A- grade in its Central Banker Report Card 2025. The award was presented in Washington, D.C. during the International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Annual Meetings. Global Finance said the report card assesses central bank performance over the last year across areas including inflation control, financial stability and political independence, and cited progress in the fight against inflation alongside contributions to growth and economic stability. This is the third time Valdez Albizu has received the recognition, following prior awards in 2017 and 2024.