13.2% — that’s Standard Bank Group’s common equity tier 1 (CET1) ratio at 31 March 2026, underscoring solid capital headroom as the lender reported a resilient trading performance for the five months to 31 May 2026.
The group said momentum was supported by balance‑sheet and revenue growth, with disciplined cost management and contained credit charges helping to steady earnings. Management described performance as resilient across the franchise, reflecting continued client activity and operating execution.
Standard Bank kept its 2026 guidance unchanged and will update the market alongside interim results on 13 August 2026, signalling confidence in current trajectories while reserving detailed targets for the half‑year print.
For South African investors, a sturdy CET1 ratio and steady guidance point to operational resilience and capacity to navigate macro swings ahead of August’s results. Read more in the full announcement.