Maya has secured spots in two major global rankings—Forbes World’s Best Banks 2026 and The Asian Banker Top 100 Digital Banks—underscoring its rapid growth and transition to profitability in the Philippine digital banking sector.
The recognition highlights Maya’s position as one of the country’s leading digital-first banks as competition intensifies across Southeast Asia’s fintech landscape.
Maya included in Forbes World’s Best Banks for fourth straight year
Maya made its fourth consecutive appearance in Forbes’ World’s Best Banks list, which evaluates financial institutions based on customer feedback across trust, digital services, customer experience, and overall satisfaction.
The 2026 rankings drew insights from more than 54,000 consumers across 34 countries. In the Philippines, Maya joins a limited group of banks recognized across both traditional and digital categories.
This continued inclusion reflects the growing acceptance of digital banking platforms among Filipino consumers, particularly those prioritizing mobile-first financial services.
Among top 20 in The Asian Banker’s digital bank rankings
In parallel, Maya ranked among the top 20 in The Asian Banker’s World’s Top 100 Digital Banks 2026, making it the only Philippine digital bank to reach that tier.
The ranking focuses on scale and customer base, financial performance, and operational strength.
According to the report, Maya Bank achieved full-year profitability within two and a half years of launch—placing it among a smaller group of digital banks that have moved beyond early-stage growth into more sustainable operations.
Growth driven by adoption, lending, and deposits
Maya’s performance is backed by steady user growth and expanding financial services. As of end-2025, the platform reported:
- ₱68 billion in total deposits
- 10.7 million bank customers
- ₱256 billion in total loans disbursed since 2022
The broader Maya Group, which includes its banking and payments businesses, recorded ₱1.7 billion in net income for 2025—its first full year of profitability.
This reflects a shift in strategy among digital banks, from aggressive customer acquisition to monetization and long-term financial sustainability.
Digital banking enters a more mature phase
Globally, digital banks are entering a more disciplined stage, focusing on profitability, operational efficiency, and deeper customer engagement. Maya’s inclusion in both Forbes and The Asian Banker rankings signals its progress within this transition.
In the Philippine context, this also points to a maturing fintech ecosystem, where integrated platforms—combining payments, savings, and credit—are becoming central to financial inclusion and digital adoption.
As competition grows, sustained profitability and user trust will likely define the next phase of digital banking leadership in the region.
