Commercial International Bank Egypt (CIB) S.A.E. Overview
Pro stress-test →CIB is the leading private sector bank in Egypt, offering a broad range of financial products and services to enterprises of all sizes, institutions, households and high-net worth individuals. The bank reported consolidated net profit of EGP 17.8bn for Q1 2026 (up 7% year-on-year) with revenue of EGP 31.2bn (up 15% YoY).
Strategic Profile
Pro stress-test →CIB is growing, highly profitable, and well-capitalised despite inflation concerns, exchange-rate pressure and regional geopolitical uncertainty. The bank has strengthened its funding base through growth in low-cost current and savings accounts (CASA), which increased to 62% of total deposits from 56% a year earlier. In February 2026, CIB was honored as Best Bank in Sustainable Finance in Africa for 2025.
Competitive Landscape
Pro stress-test →CIB is Egypt's leading private sector bank with over 40 years of market presence and positioning as the most profitable commercial bank in Egypt. The Egyptian banking sector includes state-owned banks (National Bank of Egypt, Banque Misr) and other private competitors. CIB's competitive advantages include superior brand equity, largest corporate client base, strongest profitability, and operational excellence.
Industry Context
Commercial International Bank Egypt (CIB) S.A.E. operates in Banking & Financial Services.
Key facts
Founded: 1975 · Headquarters: Cairo, Egypt · Revenue: EGP 31.2B (Q1 2026)