Burqan receives 'Gold Standard' certificate from MIRA Association

Bourkan Bank has received the 2026 “Gold Standard” certification from the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA), in recognition of its ongoing commitment to applying high standards in investor relations, and enhancing transparency and effective communication with investors.

MEIRA launched the “Gold Standard” certification for the first time in 2026, with the aim of honoring excellence in investor relations practices and effective communication between listed companies and investors. The certification provides an independent evaluation of the investor relations programs of participating companies, as part of a new initiative by the association aimed at highlighting outstanding practices in this field and encouraging their adoption across the region.

The bank’s receipt of this certification stems from its continuous focus on developing investor relations management and reinforcing an approach based on transparency, continuity, and constructive communication with shareholders, investors, and analysts. The bank views investor relations as a two-way communication channel that, on one hand, provides clear, timely, and relevant information about the bank’s performance, strategy, and priorities, and, on the other hand, listens to the views of the investor community and understands their information needs.

The bank supports this approach through its dedicated investor relations website, which offers advanced tools enabling shareholders, investors, and analysts to easily access financial results, investor presentations, annual reports, regulatory disclosures, and other key information. Additionally, last year the bank launched a dedicated mobile application for investor relations, along with a range of other digital resources, contributing to enhanced access to timely and relevant information and supporting effective communication with the investor community.

Commenting on this achievement, Khaled Al-Zoman, Chief Financial Officer at Bourkan, said: “The ‘Gold Standard’ certification from MEIRA represents an important recognition of the progress we have made in continuing to develop the bank’s investor relations practices. We believe that effective investor relations are built on transparency, continuity, and genuine communication. This honor reinforces our commitment to providing our shareholders, investors, and analysts with clear, relevant, and timely information, while ensuring that their views and feedback remain an essential part of our ongoing dialogue with the market.”

Al-Zoman added: “This certification holds particular significance as it is the first edition of the ‘Gold Standard’ issued by MEIRA. It reflects the importance we attach to the quality of our disclosures and communications, and underscores our ongoing commitment to developing the investor relations function in line with the evolving needs of the investment community.”

For his part, Hamad Al-Badr, Senior Director – Strategic Solutions, Sustainability, and Investor Relations at the bank, said: “Investor relations play a crucial role in linking the bank’s financial performance and strategic priorities, on one hand, with the information needs of the investor community, on the other. The ‘Gold Standard’ certification from MEIRA highlights the importance of maintaining a disciplined, transparent, and consistent approach in managing this dialogue. It also reflects the joint efforts undertaken by various departments within the bank to ensure that our financial and corporate information is communicated clearly and effectively.”

Al-Badr added, “We view investor relations as a two-way communication channel. In addition to our responsibility to communicate transparently about Burqan’s performance, strategy, and future outlook, it is equally important to understand the perspectives of investors and analysts, as well as broader developments in the market environment. The insights we gain through this dialogue help us continue to refine our communication approach and strengthen our relationship with the market.”

Burqan continues to commit to developing its investor relations practices and maintaining high levels of transparency, disclosure, and communication. As the investment community’s expectations evolve, the bank will continue to enhance its communication channels and provide clear, accessible, and relevant information to shareholders, investors, and analysts, thereby supporting a constructive, knowledge-based dialogue with the market.