National Investments Wins Award for Best Investment Bank
In a new achievement reflecting its pioneering role and entrenched position in the financial and investment sector, National Investment Company (NIC) was awarded the “Best Investment Bank in Kuwait Equity Markets” for the third consecutive year at the 2026 Excellence Awards, presented by global financial media firm Euromoney.
This accolade recognizes the company’s pivotal role in providing advanced investment and financial services, and its active contributions to the development of Kuwait’s capital market through the management of public offerings and the execution of investment transactions.
Euromoney bases its awards on comprehensive studies and evaluations of a range of quantitative and qualitative criteria, including innovation, service quality, corporate performance, expert opinions, and reports and research. These awards are among the most prominent global honors in the financial sector, drawing on more than 50 years of experience.
Commenting on the award, Bashar Khan, Chief Executive Officer of the Banking and Alternative Investments Sector at National Investment Company, said: “This recognition reflects the strength of the company’s investment banking platform and the depth of our expertise in capital markets. We are committed to advising issuers through strategically structured offerings, precise price discovery, and effective investor engagement, while maintaining the highest execution standards that contribute to successful market outcomes.”
National Investment Company has successfully executed several notable transactions with a combined value of several billion US dollars. Khan noted that the company continued to solidify its presence in Kuwait’s most prominent initial public offerings (IPOs), playing a key role in managing various stages of these transactions, from structuring and regulatory coordination to subscription management, allocation, and listing. Among the most notable of these deals was the IPO of the Operational Energy Company, which achieved a subscription coverage of 5.0 times the offering size, with total subscription orders valued at $900 million. Furthermore, the company’s performance during the period reflected the momentum driving its investment activities.
The offering saw broad participation from local and international institutional investors, including investors from the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, underscoring the attractiveness of the Kuwaiti market and its ability to attract foreign capital when clear governance, fair valuation, and effective investor communication are provided.
Notably, the Operational Energy Company was listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange on December 17, 2025. The stock recorded significant positive gains, rising by approximately 13 percent within just 10 trading sessions through the end of 2025.
On another note, Khan emphasized that “National Investment” is committed, across its various equity market transactions, to raising execution standards in the market by applying more professional pricing mechanisms and organizing in-depth investor roadshows. This contributes to enhancing transparency and improving the quality of interaction between issuing companies and investors, leading to more efficient subscription outcomes. The company is also distinguished by its high capability in managing complex, multi-party operations involving regulators, legal advisors, auditors, issuers, and market participants, ensuring that transactions are executed in accordance with regulatory frameworks and approved timelines.
He further indicated that National Investment Company will continue to strengthen its presence in equity markets through a diverse portfolio of future transactions in vital growth sectors, including retail, consumer goods, education, and technology, alongside providing advisory services related to capital increases in the transportation and real estate sectors.
Khan concluded that this achievement also highlights the sustained momentum in the company’s investment banking services, noting that the landmark deals executed by the company have helped solidify its position as a leading provider of investment advisory services. These accomplishments further reflect the depth of the company’s advisory expertise and its commitment to delivering added value to its clients and investors, thereby ensuring the achievement of their investment objectives and fostering long-term sustainable growth.
As one of the most prominent investment institutions locally and regionally, National Investments reaffirms its ongoing commitment to providing integrated and innovative investment solutions grounded in a deep understanding of markets and client needs. The company remains dedicated to achieving sustainable growth and creating long-term value, while adhering to the highest standards of governance and transparency, thereby reinforcing its position as a trusted partner in the development of the investment sector.
