Maldives Islamic Bank Assets Reach $1 Billion Milestone

Mohamed Hilmy

21 April 2026, 08:27

Maldives Islamic Bank has reached a major milestone, with its total asset value surpassing $1 billion, marking a significant development in the country’s banking sector.

The bank achieved the milestone 15 years after introducing Islamic banking services to the Maldives, supported by strong growth in profitability and customer expansion.

Over the past three years, the bank has tripled its profits and doubled its customer base to 200,000, making it the second-largest bank in the country.

Financial data shows total assets reached MVR 16.65 billion last year, accounting for approximately 16 percent of the Maldivian banking system.

Customer deposits increased significantly from MVR 5.14 billion to MVR 13 billion, representing a 153 percent rise.

Operating income reached MVR 897 million, while income from fees and commissions grew by over 300 percent.

The bank also improved asset quality, reducing its non-performing asset ratio from 4.59 percent to 2.97 percent.

Digital banking adoption has been a key driver of growth, with over 90 percent of customers using digital platforms.

Corporate financing has expanded to account for 40 percent of the bank’s portfolio, including projects in tourism and infrastructure.

The milestone underscores the growing role of Islamic finance in the Maldives and its contribution to the development of the financial sector.

Maldives Islamic Bank Assets Reach $1 Billion Milestone

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