Comparative efficiency analysis of conventional banks and Islamic banks: in evidence of Pakistan

Abstract

The study evaluates the comparison and efficiency of Pakistani Islamic and conventional banks. Data are collected from the reports of banks website and state bank of Pakistan for the period 2013−2017. Used financial ratios for methodology and descriptive summary, correlation and Trend for analysis technique. The analysis shows conventional banks are more liquid, solvent and less risky. According to profitability ratio, Islamic banks are more profitable. Trend analysis shows, both banks have positive trends, but the conventional banks disclose more efficiency and positive trend. Conventional banks are technologically advanced and extensive, but the future of Islamic banks looking bright in case of Pakistan.