Historic enmity between Kuwait’s government and national assembly offer little confidence that the country will pass the economic reforms it desperately needs.

Banks in Kuwait may have taken a knock from Covid-19 and its related effects, but optimism remains.

Kuwait relies on public sector wages and energy subsidies. If the country is to revive its withered private sector, radical changes are needed.

Covid-19 has had a dramatic impact on the markets over the past year, especially as far as oil is concerned. 

Kuwait Finance House's chief executive discusses the acquisition of Ahli United Bank and fintech’s threats and opportunities.

Central Bank of Kuwait governor Mohammad Y Al-Hashel talks to John Everington about identifying credit growth and the likelihood of further consolidation.

The Banker looks at how Kuwait is preparing to survive falling oil prices and the Covid-19 crisis.

With an eye to attracting foreign investment, Kuwait is pushing ahead with reforms to the regulation of corporate conduct. 

While Kuwait does have a financial bulwark against the financial challenges caused by the reduction in oil prices and the coronavirus, it is not limitless – meaning it may have to look again at its abandoned reforms. 

Kuwait and other OPEC members are considering an agreement with non-OPEC countries to reduce supply – but is this likely?