Countries with the Strongest Banking Systems (2021)
Source: World Bank·25 countries·Updated 2021
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Tajikistan leads with bank capital to assets ratio (%) of 20.9%.
Argentina ranks #2 at 19.7%.
Maldives ranks #3 at 17.4%.
Sao Tome and Principe ranks #4 at 16.7%.
Uganda ranks #5 at 15.5%.
Top 25 Countries by Bank Capital to Assets Ratio (%)
| # | Country | Bank Capital to Assets Ratio (%) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Tajikistan | 20.9% | 2021 |
| 2 |  Argentina | 19.7% | 2025 |
| 3 |  Maldives | 17.4% | 2025 |
| 4 |  Sao Tome and Principe | 16.7% | 2025 |
| 5 |  Uganda | 15.5% | 2023 |
| 6 |  Georgia | 15.2% | 2025 |
| 7 |  Tonga | 15.1% | 2025 |
| 8 |  Kazakhstan | 14.5% | 2025 |
| 9 |  Solomon Islands | 14.5% | 2024 |
| 10 |  Cambodia | 14.4% | 2024 |
| 11 |  Kyrgyz Republic | 14.4% | 2025 |
| 12 |  Armenia | 14.1% | 2024 |
| 13 |  Iraq | 13.9% | 2024 |
| 14 |  Saudi Arabia | 13.9% | 2025 |
| 15 |  Uzbekistan | 13.3% | 2024 |
| 16 |  St. Kitts and Nevis | 13.1% | 2025 |
| 17 |  Indonesia | 13.0% | 2025 |
| 18 |  Iceland | 13.0% | 2025 |
| 19 |  Panama | 12.9% | 2025 |
| 20 |  Mozambique | 12.9% | 2025 |
| 21 |  Antigua and Barbuda | 12.8% | 2025 |
| 22 |  Belarus | 12.7% | 2025 |
| 23 |  Zambia | 12.6% | 2025 |
| 24 |  Tanzania | 12.5% | 2025 |
| 25 |  Rwanda | 12.4% | 2024 |
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FAQ
What is the highest bank capital to assets ratio (%) in 2021?
Tajikistan has the highest bank capital to assets ratio (%) at 20.9% in 2021.
How many countries are included in this ranking?
This article features the top 25 countries out of 151 with available data. Full rankings available on the indicator page.
Where does this data come from?
Data is sourced from the World Bank. It is updated regularly as new releases become available.