CBE Reduces Non-Performing Loan Ratio to 2.15%

The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has successfully reduced its Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio to 2.15 percent for the 2025/26 fiscal year. This performance is notably below the National Bank of Ethiopia’s regulatory ceiling of 5 percent for commercial banks. The reduction is attributed to robust loan recovery efforts and the bank's increased emphasis on digital banking services. Despite the challenging economic climate, the state-owned banking giant continues to maintain a dominant market share. This financial improvement is seen as a significant step in strengthening the bank's balance sheet.