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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJuly 23, 2026
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SBM Bank Kenya's profit jumps 171pc as deposits near Sh100b

SBM Bank Kenya has reported a 171 per cent growth in profit before tax to Sh548 million over the first half to June 2026, up from Sh202 million in the same period last year...
✨ Key Highlights
SBM Bank Kenya has reported a significant surge in profitability, with profit before tax jumping 171% in the first half of 2026. The bank attributed this growth to strong revenue increases and a robust balance sheet.
- Profit before tax reached Sh548 million, up from Sh202 million in the previous year.
- SBM Bank Kenya, led by Chief Executive Bhartesh Shah, saw customer deposits grow to nearly Sh100 billion.
- The bank improved its gross non-performing loan ratio to 17.3% from 32.4%, demonstrating enhanced risk management.
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