A. M. The Salvadoran banking sector has reaffirmed its strength and stability by closing the first half of 2025 with notable growth in equity. According to the recent ranking by the Asociación Bancaria Salvadoreña (ABANSA), the sector’s consolidated equity reached US$2,706.3 million in june 2025.
This growth represents an increase of US$159.3 million, equivalent to a 6.3% increase compared to the same period last year. These data underscore a trend of sustained expansion. This positive performance continues despite global economic challenges, consolidating confidence in the local financial system.
The june 2025 ranking shows the sector leaders, led by Banco Agrícola with equity of US$602.9 million, followed by Cuscatlán with US$472.4 million, and BAC Credomatic with US$385.1 million. Other major banks such as Davivienda (US$373.4 million) and Hipotecario (US$220.2 million) also rank among the top five, consolidating their role in national financial stability.
This increase in equity is based on the banks’ sound portfolio management. The increase reflects their ability to generate profits and reinvest them, strengthening their capital bases.
Positive equity performance allows banks to improve their product and service offerings. It also enables them to actively contribute to the nation’s economic development.
