Kuwait has made strong moves towards improving its capital markets – but the coronavirus pandemic may well put a brake on this progress.
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KFH CEO looks to build on success through technology
June 3, 2019Mazin Al-Nahedh, chief executive of Kuwait Finance House, talks about outperforming the national economy and the bank’s embrace of technology.

Kuwait central banker finds fine balance between prudence and innovation
April 1, 2019Kuwait's central bank governor talks about preserving the attractiveness of the national currency and harnessing the power of technology while mitigating its risks.

Kuwait invests in oil and gas while toeing OPEC line
April 1, 2019As an OPEC member, Kuwait has agreed on oil production caps and accepted the new normal of low oil prices. The Banker assesses what this means for the country’s ambitions.

Kuwait builds on its regional ambitions
April 1, 2019Kuwait is oil-rich, has an enviable geopolitical location and a well-developed financial sector. James King assesses its ambitions to become a serious regional player in the Middle East.

Banking sector bring clarity to Kuwait's vision
April 1, 2019Kuwait's 2035 Vision is based around the country becoming a regional finance heavyweight. Now its banks are moving apace to make that a reality, with healthy bottom lines and innovative approaches to lending, retail and fintech. James King reports.

FTSE emerging market listing shows Kuwait means business
April 1, 2019Recent moves to improve Kuwait's capital markets have won the country a place on the FTSE Russell emerging markets list and boosted its international profile.

Kuwait's Islamic finance sector takes off
April 1, 2019Moves by Kuwait's central bank to sharpen regulation, improve liquidity and encourage greater take-up of fintech have nurtured the development of the country's Islamic finance sector.

Mohammad Y Al-Hashel: Unlocking Islamic finance’s true potential
September 3, 2018Islamic finance should have a wider global appeal, writes Kuwait's central bank governor.

Kuwait prepares for oil expansion as OPEC deal nears end
April 3, 2018While a global deal to cut oil production has helped to rebalance the market, Kuwait, along with other oil-reliant countries, must now look to what happens when the deal ends. Kit Gillet reports.