Standard Bank Honored as One of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies for the 3rd Consecutive Year
Standard Bank has once again been recognized as one of the World’s Most Trustworthy Companies in 2025, marking the 3rd consecutive year that the prestigious accolade has been bestowed upon the financial institution. This esteemed recognition, awarded by Newsweek in partnership with Statista, places Standard Bank in a select group of companies that have earned the confidence of their stakeholders through consistent performance, transparency, and purpose-driven leadership.
The evaluation process for this esteemed honor included survey responses from over 65,000 individuals across 20 countries, as well as sentiment analysis of more than 500,000 online mentions. Out of thousands of companies assessed, only one thousand made the final list, with Standard Bank being one of the 96 South African companies eligible for consideration. This recognition underscores the strength of Standard Bank’s reputation both locally and globally.
Sim Tshabalala, Chief Executive of Standard Bank Group, expressed his pride in receiving this prestigious recognition, stating, “This accolade is a powerful endorsement of our purpose, ‘Africa is our home, we drive her growth.’ At Standard Bank, we understand that trust is built over time, through every interaction, every decision, and every promise kept. Being named one of the world’s most trusted companies is a testament to the values that guide us and the impact we strive to make across Africa.”
The recognition aligns seamlessly with Standard Bank’s strategic focus on delivering sustainable growth and creating shared value. As the financial institution continues to navigate a rapidly evolving financial landscape, trust remains at the core of its relationships and the guiding principle of its operations.
Standard Bank’s commitment to transparency, performance, and purpose-driven leadership has once again been recognized on a global scale, solidifying its position as a trusted and respected financial institution.
