UK challenger bank Monzo enters the Top 1000 for the first time and, against a backdrop of hyperinflation, Turkish banks dominate highest return on capital and assets in this year’s western Europe rankings.
Top 1000 World Banks 2023
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Bigger is better: consolidation in Hungary
July 5, 2023Hungary’s new “megabank”, MBH Bank, makes its presence felt in the CEE region’s highest movers table based on Tier 1 capital.
Currency weakness and economic strife weigh on African banks
July 5, 2023Significant crises in key markets such as Egypt, Nigeria and South Africa burdened lenders in this year’s ranking.
Oil windfall buoys Middle East’s largest lenders
July 5, 2023Lenders in the oil-rich Gulf Co-operation Council enjoyed a stellar year in 2022, with Saudi Arabia's Al Rajhi Bank among the standouts.
State Bank of India moves up the regional ranking
July 5, 2023In Asia-Pacific (excluding China and Japan), Australia’s Commonwealth Bank has held firm at the top, but State Bank of India is nipping at its heels.
Top 1000 World Banks 2023
July 5, 2023Banks’ profitability improved in 2022, with lenders taking advantage of higher interest rates. However, inflation and tighter monetary policy worldwide also presented challenges in terms of more expensive funding and an increase in interest expenses.
Latam banks see strong results, driven by Brazil
July 5, 2023Brazilian banks maintain their dominance in the region, with challenger bank Nubank making its first appearance in the Top 1000 ranking.
M&A fees most affected as investment banking activity dips
July 4, 2023M&A fees are down 35% for the year to date, dropping to a nine-year low.