Comparative Financial Performance Analysis of Digital Banks in Indonesia

Abstract

This study aims to analyze and compare the financial performance of ten digital banks in Indonesia using a descriptive-comparative approach with a qualitative perspective. The data employed are secondary data obtained from financial reports for the year 2023. The analysis focuses on four main categories of financial ratios: liquidity ratios, solvency ratios, activity ratios, and profitability ratios. The findings suggest that only a limited proportion of digital banks are able to achieve the industry benchmarks across the observed indicators. While certain institutions demonstrate relative strength in liquidity and solvency, the majority fall short of expectations in profitability measures, particularly in returns on assets, returns on equity, and asset turnover. Within this context, Krom Bank is identified as the digital bank exhibiting the most robust financial performance compared to its counterparts. This study offers a comparative assessment of Indonesian digital banks’ financial performance using audited 2023 data, applying four key ratios. By benchmarking against industry standards, it provides new insights into performance gaps and resilience, highlighting the unique challenges and strengths of digital banking in an emerging economy. This study contributes to theoretical understanding of digital banking by revealing financial performance patterns and structural gaps in emerging markets. It also offers practical guidance for regulators and practitioners through a diagnostic framework that supports policy design, risk management, and sustainable sectoral growth.