This is the list of top ten best and most prominent banks in Kenya, considering factors such as assets, customer satisfaction, and other services and financial stability:
1. Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB)
This is one of the largest and oldest banks in Kenya, offering a wide range of services, including retail, corporate, and investment banking.
2. Equity Bank
Equity Bank is characterized by Innovation in products and a strong presence in the retail banking sector. It also has one of the largest customer bases both within Kenya and the region.
3. Co-operative Bank of KenyaÂ
Co-operative bank’s operations are largely focused on serving the cooperative movement in Kenya but also on providing a diverse range of services to people and business.
4. Standard Chartered Bank Kenya
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya is a member of the international banking group, offering high-class banking, with proud status in corporate and wealth management.
5. Barclays Bank of Kenya (Now Absa Bank Kenya)
Well-established with a broad branch and ATM network, offering a range of personal and business banking services.
6. NIC Bank (Now part of NCBA Group)
NIC has merged with CBA to give birth to NCBA, renowned for its retail banking, loans, and wealth management services.
7. Stanbic Bank Kenya
Owned by the Standard Bank Group, it offers a wide range of banking products, including corporate, retail, and investment banking.
8. DTB-Diamond Trust Bank
Retail and commercial bank, SME banking, and has a strong presence in East Africa.
9. Housing Finance HF Group
<Products in housing finance and mortgage, for home buyers as well as real estate developers.
10. First Community Bank
A Sharia-compliant bank offering Islamic banking products and services, targeting both retail and corporate clients.
These are the outstanding banks in Kenya with expansive branch networks, innovatory digital banking platforms, and strong financial positions.
