National Bank Wins Three Prestigious Investor Relations Awards from MEIRA

National Bank of Kuwait continued to strengthen its leading position in investor relations by recently receiving three prestigious awards from the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) for 2026, recognizing its excellence in applying global best practices in investor communication and enhancing levels of transparency and corporate disclosure.

The bank won the awards for “Leading Investor Relations Institution in Kuwait” and “Best Investor Relations Officer in Kuwait,” the latter awarded to Amir Hanna, Head of Group Communications, in an achievement that reflects the bank’s success in building an integrated investor relations system based on effective communication and adherence to the highest professional standards.

The bank also received a new certification launched by MEIRA this year, recognizing institutions that apply advanced standards in investor relations practices.

These awards underscore National Bank of Kuwait’s ongoing commitment to building trust with investors, shareholders, and all relevant stakeholders by providing accurate, transparent, and timely information, in line with global best practices in corporate governance and disclosure.

The bank’s recognition as the “Leading Investor Relations Company in Kuwait” reflects its success in embedding a corporate culture rooted in transparency, openness, and continuous engagement with the local and international investment community, alongside its dedication to presenting a clear and comprehensive picture of its financial performance, strategy, and future plans.

Furthermore, Amir Hanna’s win as “Best Investor Relations Officer in Kuwait” highlights the professional recognition of his significant efforts in enhancing communication with investors, financial analysts, and credit rating agencies, thereby contributing to market understanding of the bank’s performance and growth prospects, and reinforcing its position as one of the most transparent financial institutions in the region.

At the same time, the bank’s receipt of the MEIRA Gold Standard Certificate represents an additional achievement. This certification is awarded to institutions that demonstrate commitment to advanced standards in investor relations management and adopt international best practices in this field. National Bank of Kuwait is among only three institutions in Kuwait to have received this certification during its inaugural year, reflecting the evolution of its investor relations programs.

National Bank of Kuwait places strategic importance on investor relations as a key pillar in supporting market confidence and enhancing long-term shareholder value. Over the past years, the bank has continued to develop its investor communication channels, expand the scope of financial and non-financial disclosures, and strengthen its presence at regional and global investment conferences and meetings.

This recognition comes as the bank continues to deliver strong financial performance and maintain its position as the largest financial institution in Kuwait and one of the leading banks in the region, backed by a long track record of achievements, innovation, and commitment to the highest standards of governance and sustainability.

MEIRA’s investor relations awards are based on independent evaluations and weighted votes from investors, fund managers, and financial analysts through a specialized survey conducted by Extel. Companies and professionals are assessed against a set of criteria including the level of disclosure, effectiveness of communication with investors and financial markets, quality of content and information provided to shareholders, and the extent to which companies adhere to global best practices in investor relations and corporate governance.