Kuwait Finance House Group participated in the Global Banking and Markets Middle East Conference on May 20-21 at Dubai's Madinat Jumeirah Convention and Events Centre.

General Manager Corporate Banking and Syndication, Nasser Alshaya

At the conference, General Manager Corporate Banking and Syndication at KFH, Nasser Alshaya said that KFH's involvement in this prominent regional event offers an ideal opportunity to showcase its growth and success, as well as its leading role in the financial sector throughout the region. “KFH is a giant banking entity, leading all Kuwaiti banks and companies listed on Boursa Kuwait in terms of market capitalization, which currently exceeds KWD 13 billion. KFH operates in eight countries globally, including Kuwait, Bahrain, Egypt, Turkey, the UK, and Germany, through an extensive international business network comprising over 600 branches,” he added.

Alshaya explained that KFH held extensive meetings and discussions with banking and investment representatives, leading to the exploration of new opportunities and enhanced cooperation. The bank's presence at the conference, particularly its dedicated pavilion, proved successful in showcasing its prominent financing services. This included highlighting innovative products and solutions that address the needs of diverse companies and customer segments, as well as detailing distinct and varied financing options for major projects in Kuwait and the Group's international operating countries.

Deputy General Manager Global Markets Trading and Investments, Khalid AlRukhayes

Deputy General Manager Global Markets Trading and Investments at KFH, Khalid AlRukhayes, said that this significant annual conference convenes over 2000 participants, including key decision-makers, representatives from sovereigns, major companies, and banking and investment experts from across the region. He emphasized that the event offers a prime opportunity to directly connect with investors, business leaders, and financial industry figures; discuss financial sector trends in capital markets and sukuk issuances regionally; exchange insights with top financial experts; and identify collaborative finance and investment opportunities.

AlRukhayes explained that KFH's participation in the Global Banking and Markets Middle East Conference underscored its prominent regional standing and its dedication to fostering strong partnerships within the financial sector. This involvement is also aimed at boosting cooperation with investment and development stakeholders and reinforcing KFH's adaptability to market shifts. He added that the KFH pavilion drew considerable attention from attendees interested in its unique products and services available in Kuwait and through its various global subsidiaries. Visitors, banking researchers, fund managers, and those keen on the evolving Islamic banking industry, lauded these offerings, acknowledging KFH's leadership, exemplary performance, and sustained growth.