Baderia Al-Humaidi, CEO of Bubiyan Capital, among the Top 50 Asset Managers in the Middle East

Boubyan Capital, the leading Sharia-compliant investment company and a subsidiary of Boubyan Bank, announced that its CEO, Badriya Al-Humaidi, has been included in Forbes’ list of the Top 50 Asset Managers in the Middle East for 2026.

Al-Humaidi ranked sixth in Kuwait and 31st across the region, an assessment reflecting the company’s successes in recent years and its ability to build a comprehensive investment platform that has strengthened its position as one of the premier asset management and investment firms in Kuwait and the region.

The annual list features a select group of executive leaders in the asset management sector across the Middle East. Forbes Middle East bases its rankings on a set of criteria, including the volume of assets under management and their growth rates, leadership experience, tenure, and the most significant achievements attained by institutions during the evaluation period.

This recognition comes as Boubyan Capital continues to execute its strategy aimed at achieving sustainable growth, developing specialized investment solutions, and strengthening partnerships with global financial and investment institutions. These efforts are pursued in parallel with investments in digital transformation and innovation, contributing to the creation of long-term value for clients and reinforcing the company’s competitiveness in the asset management sector.

At the end of 2025, the company’s total assets under management exceeded $3 billion, representing growth of over 12% compared to 2024. This underscores the company’s continued expansion in the asset management and investment market and its ability to strengthen investor confidence in its investment approach.

This growth is underpinned by a comprehensive investment system that Boubyan Capital has successfully established to meet the needs of diverse investor segments. Through solutions covering major asset classes—including money markets, equities, real estate, and private equity—as well as portfolio management and trading services for individuals and institutions via a specialized platform, the company provides access to 19 local, regional, and global markets. Additionally, the company manages the largest Sharia-compliant Kuwaiti Dinar money market fund in the local market by size, alongside trading in sukuk and investment funds through a comprehensive investment store, reflecting its expertise and ability to develop investment solutions that combine diversification, efficiency, and flexibility.

**Quality Investments**

In line with the rapid transformations in the financial sector, Boubyan Capital has continued to invest in developing a more innovative digital infrastructure. This includes launching a digital application that offers a comprehensive digital investment experience, digitizing operational processes, and expanding partnerships with global financial and investment institutions to leverage their expertise in developing investment products that meet local market needs.

The company has also strengthened its presence in the private equity sector through strategic investments in key economic sectors. These include investing in the first licensed company in Kuwait to offer a “Buy Now, Pay Later” service, the first company operating in the open banking infrastructure sector, as well as startups and the entrepreneurship sector. This confirms its approach to supporting promising economic sectors and embracing investment opportunities linked to innovation and the digital economy.

**Professional Expertise**

Al-Humaidi possesses over 22 years of professional experience in investment and asset management, having held various executive positions in prestigious financial and investment institutions. She has served as CEO of Boubyan Capital since 2022, during which she has led the company toward a new phase of growth, expansion, and enhanced presence in the asset management sector.

Commenting on this recognition, Badriya Al-Humaidi, CEO of Boubyan Capital, stated: “We view this ranking as a testament to our clients’ trust, rather than just an acknowledgment of our performance. It is the result of the efforts exerted by our team and their continuous commitment to providing investment solutions that combine institutional depth with digital flexibility, rooted in local expertise and strategic global partnerships, ensuring the achievement of sustainable value for our clients.”

She added: “We will continue to invest in developing our products and services, strengthening our partnerships with global investment institutions, and leveraging digital technologies to deliver a more efficient and flexible investment experience, while maintaining our commitment to providing quality investment opportunities that comply with Sharia principles, placing the investor—whether individual or institutional—at the core of our priorities.”

This regional recognition exemplifies Boubyan Capital’s continued consolidation of its investment model based on professional management, investment discipline, innovation, and the building of strategic partnerships. This approach enhances its ability to sustain growth and create long-term value for its clients, while solidifying its position as one of the leading asset managers in Kuwait and the region.