Equity Group Holdings has reported a stellar financial performance for the third quarter of 2025, posting a 32 percent rise in profit after tax to Ksh.54.1 billion, up from Ksh.40.9 billion in the same period last year. The growth underscores the bank’s strong regional presence, improved operational efficiency, and a rebound in its Kenyan business.
Equity Group CEO Dr. James Mwangi attributed the impressive results to diversified business segments and Kenya’s strong recovery. “The insurance group has grown, but the biggest contributor is Kenya. Kenya has bounced back, it has recovered, and we are now in a position to focus on supporting our people, especially women, youth, and entrepreneurs,” he said.
In Kenya, Equity Bank posted a 51 percent increase in profit after tax, rising to Ksh.31.1 billion from Ksh.20.6 billion in the previous period. This was supported by a 27 percent growth in net interest income to Ksh.53.6 billion, driven by lower interest expenses, which dropped by 34 percent to Ksh.25.1 billion. The Group’s total equity also expanded by 36 percent to Ksh.171.4 billion, reflecting its strengthened capital position.
The Group’s regional subsidiaries continue to play a pivotal role in growth, with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) registering a 19 percent loan book expansion, while Rwanda saw a 34 percent rise. Collectively, the subsidiaries now contribute nearly half of the Group’s deposits, loans, and revenue.
“We have seen the momentum of our regional subsidiaries, particularly DRC, which is heavy. The smaller subsidiaries like Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda are punching above their weight, so the future looks very bright,” Dr. Mwangi noted.
Equity Group also maintained its leadership in MSME financing, disbursing 45 percent of the Ksh.201 billion advanced to small and medium enterprises nationwide between January and July 2025.
With a solid domestic rebound and strong regional momentum, Equity Group remains well-positioned for sustained growth into 2026.
