Solomon Islands Non-Performing Loans
Bank nonperforming loans as % of total gross loans FB.AST.NPER.ZS
Solomon Islands's non-performing loans was 8.79% in 2025, ranked 20th globally. This represents a 6.4% decrease from 2024. Data from World Bank, covering 2010–2025.
Overview
Solomon Islands's non-performing loans stood at 8.79% in 2025, a decline of +0.60pp from 2023. Based on recent trends, this figure is projected to reach 8.79% by 2025. Solomon Islands ranked 20th globally.
The Solomon Islands' Non-Performing Loans (NPL) ratio has exhibited a moderate level of instability since 2010, with a coverage of 15 years. The all-time peak of 10.74% in 2020 was a notable increase from the 3.57% trough in 2012, indicating a rise in loan defaults during the period. As of 2025, the NPL ratio stands at 8.79%, ranking 20th globally. This is lower than some peer countries, such as Bangladesh with a ratio of 9.51%, but higher than Sint Maarten (Dutch part) with a ratio of 8.78%. The Solomon Islands' NPL ratio has been trending downward since 2020, but it remains essential for policymakers to monitor this indicator to ensure the stability of the financial system. A significant improvement in the ratio would likely require sustained economic growth and further development of the country's financial infrastructure.
Data & projection
| Year | Non-Performing Loans | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026* trend | 8.46% | - | - |
| 2025* trend | 8.79% | - | - |
| 2025 | 8.79% | −0.60pp | #20 |
| 2023 | 9.39% | −0.12pp | #89 |
| 2022 | 9.51% | −0.92pp | #114 |
| 2021 | 10.43% | −0.31pp | #119 |
| 2020 | 10.74% | +0.34pp | #116 |
| 2019 | 10.40% | +3.29pp | #123 |
| 2018 | 7.12% | +0.75pp | #96 |
| 2017 | 6.36% | +2.52pp | #85 |
| 2016 | 3.84% | −0.29pp | #61 |
| 2015 | 4.13% | −0.55pp | #59 |
| 2014 | 4.68% | −2.34pp | #69 |
| 2013 | 7.03% | +3.45pp | #86 |
| 2012 | 3.57% | −2.15pp | #51 |
| 2011 | 5.73% | −3.55pp | #76 |
| 2010 | 9.27% | – | #84 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Solomon Islands matched the Export Boom Cycle pattern in 2012. Historically, 71% of countries showing this pattern (546 out of 768) saw non-performing loans improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Solomon Islands's non-performing loans was 8.79% in 2025. Ranked 20th globally. This represents a 6.4% decrease from the previous year.
Solomon Islands's non-performing loans peaked at 10.74% in 2020.
The lowest non-performing loans in Solomon Islands was 3.57% in 2012.
Solomon Islands ranks 20th globally in non-performing loans as of 2025.
The World Bank indicator code is FB.AST.NPER.ZS. Data sourced from World Bank.
Solomon Islands's non-performing loans is projected to reach 8.79% by 2025 based on trend extrapolation.
The non-performing loans of Solomon Islands in 2025 was 8.79%. This ranks 20th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_solomon-islands_non-performing-loans,
title = {Solomon Islands Non-Performing Loans},
url = {https://historysaid.com/solomon-islands/non-performing-loans/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}