NBK Confirms Leadership in Transparency and Market Communication, Wins Three Prestigious MEIRA Investor Relations Awards

National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) has 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 secured the awards for “Leading Investor Relations Institution in Kuwait” and “Best Investor Relations Officer in Kuwait,” with Mr. Amir Hanna, Head of Group Communications, receiving the latter honor. This achievement reflects the bank’s success in building an integrated investor relations system based on effective communication and adherence to the highest professional standards.

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

These awards underscore NBK’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 recognition of NBK as the “Leading Investor Relations Company in Kuwait” highlights 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.

Mr. Amir Hanna’s win for “Best Investor Relations Officer in Kuwait” reflects professional appreciation for his significant efforts in enhancing communication with investors, financial analysts, and credit rating agencies. These efforts contribute to improving market understanding of the bank’s performance and growth prospects, while reinforcing its position as one of the most transparent financial institutions in the region.

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

NBK places strategic importance on investor relations as a fundamental pillar for 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 NBK 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, gathered through a specialized survey conducted by Extel. Companies and professionals are assessed against a range of criteria, including disclosure levels, effectiveness of communication with investors and financial markets, quality of content and information provided to shareholders, and adherence to global best practices in investor relations and corporate governance.

For more information on the MEIRA Investor Relations Awards for 2026, please visit the following website link: https://conf.meira.me/ir-awards.