Bank Hapoalim is the largest bank in Israel by Tier 1 capital, with $8.9bn of core capital. The bank has been targeting investment in the country's hi-tech sector in recent years, which has given it a significant growth boost. The country's second largest bank, Bank Leumi, which has $7.6bn in Tier 1 capital, has also been active in the hi-tech space. For more on Israeli banks and their growth strategies, including their ventures into the country's thriving technology sector, read James King's article, Israel's banks gear up for their next phase of growth.
The chart was produced using The Banker Database, which provides comprehensive financial data, news feed and executive contact data for more than 5000 of the world's leading banks. For more in-depth information on Israel's banking system, and that of more than 190 other countries, visit www.thebankerdatabase.com.
