Kuwait Finance House (KFH) has ranked No. 1 Best Performing Bank in Kuwait in The Banker magazine’s 2026 list of the Top 100 Arab Banks. The ranking is based on key financial indicators, including growth, profitability, capital strength, operational efficiency, asset quality, return on risk, and liquidity.

This ranking highlights KFH’s robust financial strength, operational efficiency, and successful execution of its strategic priorities, including sustainable growth, digital innovation, and the delivery of customer-centric banking solutions aligned with the rapidly evolving financial landscape.

As a prominent and reliable global benchmark, The Banker ranking comprehensively assesses key financial and operational indicators, providing a significant reference for investors, banking leaders, and decision makers to evaluate regional and global bank performance and industry trends.

It is worth noting that KFH achieved a net profit of KD 363.1 million for bank shareholders in the first half of 2026, the highest profit in the banking sector, representing an increase of 6.1% compared to the same period last year.

Net financing income for the first half of 2026 reached KD 649.4 million; an increase of 6.9% compared to the same period last year. Total operating income for the first half of 2026 increased, supported by the increase in all core activities to reach KD 990.5 million; an increase of 9.9% compared to the same period last year.

Net operating income increased to KD 687.9 million, reflecting a growth of 16.2%. Financing receivables at the end of the first half of 2026 reached KD 22.8 billion, an increase of 11.5% compared to the end of the first half of the previous year. Total assets amounted to KD 42.2 billion at the end of the first half of 2026, a growth of 9.7% compared to the end of the first half of the previous year.

In addition, the capital adequacy ratio reached 17.47%, which is above the limit required by regulators. This ratio confirms KFH`s solid capital base and supports its expansion and growth.

The Banker

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