Capitec has been ranked 7th globally for brand strength in the latest global banking rankings released by Brand Finance, a global independent brand valuation and strategy consultancy, making it the strongest banking brand in South Africa.
Capitec achieved a Brand Strength Index score of 93.4 out of 100, earning the prestigious AAA+ rating, the highest possible brand strength rating awarded by Brand Finance. The result places Capitec among an elite group of financial institutions globally recognised for building deep client trust and strong brand loyalty.
The ranking is part of the Brand Finance Banking 500, 2026 report, which evaluates the world’s most valuable and strongest banking brands using its Brand Strength Index, a score that measures factors such as brand investment, brand equity, and overall performance.
The ranking highlights the strength of Capitec’s brand in a highly competitive international sector.
“This recognition is deeply meaningful to us because it reflects the trust our 25 million clients place in us every day. Our focus has always been on making banking simpler and more accessible so that we can improve our clients’ lives. Being recognised among the world’s strongest brands encourages us to keep listening to what our clients need and innovating, so that we can build solutions that make a real difference in their lives,” says Asha Patel, Head of Brand and Communications at Capitec.
Overall, nine South African banks feature in the global top 500, reflecting the maturity, resilience, and continued growth of the country’s banking sector. Capitec’s placement in the global top 10 further reinforces its position as one of the world’s most trusted banking brands.
