03/07/2026
CBE Surpasses ETB 2.4 Trillion in Deposits, Marking Historic Financial Achievement.
Addis Ababa, July 03/2026 (ABN)
The Commercial Bank of Ethiopia (CBE) has reached a landmark milestone in its history, surpassing ETB 2.4 trillion in total customer deposits following an exceptional performance during the 2025/26 fiscal year.
According to the bank, CBE mobilized more than ETB 707.4 billion in new deposits over the past year, bringing its total deposit portfolio to over ETB 2.4 trillion one of the strongest annual performances ever recorded by Ethiopia's largest commercial bank.
The achievement underscores the bank's growing financial strength, expanding customer base, and continued role as a cornerstone of Ethiopia's banking industry. It also reflects increasing public confidence in CBE's financial services and its ability to support the country's evolving economic landscape.
With a deposit base exceeding ETB 2.4 trillion, CBE is further enhancing its capacity to finance large-scale development projects, support private sector investment, facilitate trade, and expand access to financial services across Ethiopia.
The bank attributed the record performance to the continued trust and loyalty of its customers, as well as its ongoing efforts to improve banking accessibility through branch expansion, digital financial services, and customer-focused innovations.
As Ethiopia's largest financial institution, the Commercial Bank of Ethiopia continues to play a pivotal role in mobilizing domestic savings, promoting financial inclusion, and supporting the implementation of the country's economic reform and development agenda.
CBE extended its heartfelt appreciation to its customers, employees, and stakeholders whose confidence and commitment contributed to the historic accomplishment.
The latest milestone reinforces the bank's position as a leading force in Ethiopia's financial sector and highlights its commitment to driving sustainable economic growth through a resilient and inclusive banking system.
Commercial Bank of Ethiopia