National Investments Wins Award for Best Investment Bank in Kuwait's Equity Markets for 2026
In a new achievement reflecting its pioneering role and entrenched position in the financial and investment sectors, National Investments won the “Best Investment Bank in Kuwait’s Equity Markets” award for the third consecutive year, as part of the 2026 Excellence Awards presented by global firm Euromoney.
This accolade recognizes the company’s pivotal role in providing advanced investment and financial services, and its active contributions to developing Kuwait’s capital market through the management of initial public offerings (IPOs) 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 achievement, Bashir Khan, Chief Executive Officer of the Banking and Alternative Investments Sector at National Investments, said: “This recognition underscores the strength of our 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 Investments 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 IPOs, playing a key role in managing various stages of deals, from structuring and regulatory coordination to subscription management, allocation, and listing. Among the most notable of these transactions was the IPO of Al Amal Energy, 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 those from the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, highlighting the attractiveness of the Kuwaiti market and its ability to attract foreign capital when clear governance, fair valuation, and effective investor relations are provided. Al Amal Energy was listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange on December 17, 2025, and its shares recorded notable positive gains of approximately 13% within just ten trading sessions by the end of 2025.
On another note, Khan clarified that National Investments is keen, through its various equity market transactions, to raise the level of 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 issuers 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 noted the continuation of “National Investments’ efforts to strengthen its presence in the stock markets through a variety of future transactions in vital growth sectors, including retail, consumer goods, education, and technology, alongside providing advisory services related to capital increases in the transport and real estate sectors.
Khan clarified that this achievement also highlights the sustained momentum in the company’s investment banking activities, pointing out that the landmark transactions executed by the company have helped solidify its position as a leading provider of investment advisory services. These accomplishments further reflect the company’s deep 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.
