Warba Bank Receives International Recognition from Euromoney 2026

Waha Bank continued to strengthen its presence in the foreign exchange market, achieving a new international recognition from Euromoney for 2026. This step reflects the bank’s continuous progress in its treasury sector and its ability to provide advanced financial solutions that meet customer requirements and keep pace with rapid shifts in global markets.

This honor is a continuation of Waha Bank’s efforts to develop its treasury business and enhance its capabilities in foreign exchange through investment in specialized expertise, development of financial tools and solutions, and leveraging modern technologies to elevate the level of services provided to customers across various sectors.

On this occasion, Abdullah Al-Lanqawi, Head of the Treasury Group, expressed his pride in this international recognition, emphasizing that continued global acknowledgment reflects the efforts made by the bank’s treasury team and the specialized solutions and services it offers in the foreign exchange sector.

He stated that the achievement reflects the development witnessed by the bank’s treasury system, which has worked over the past years to build specialized capabilities combining banking expertise, deep understanding of market needs, and the ability to leverage technology to deliver more efficient and flexible services.

Al-Lanqawi added that the bank continues to focus on developing its financial products and solutions to align with customer needs and market changes, noting that the foreign exchange sector is experiencing rapid developments that require high levels of readiness, flexibility, and responsiveness.

He affirmed that this recognition serves as additional motivation to continue developing the treasury system and enhancing the bank’s position in providing specialized financial services, alongside continued investment in technology and national and professional cadres capable of supporting the bank’s future plans.

Al-Lanqawi considered that receiving international recognition reflects the continuous work carried out by the bank’s treasury, sales, and foreign exchange-related service teams, noting that building an integrated system in this field requires combining technical expertise, understanding customer needs, and continuous investment in technology.

He clarified that Waha Bank has worked to enhance its foreign exchange capabilities by strengthening its operational and technical infrastructure, as well as improving team efficiency and service delivery mechanisms, enabling customers to access more efficient and faster financial solutions.

He added that the development of global markets and the growing need for foreign exchange risk management require more flexible and specialized solutions, pointing out that the bank continues to work on developing a comprehensive range of services that meet the needs of customers, whether from corporations, institutions, or various customer segments.

Waha Bank places increasing importance on its treasury sector within its business framework, given the role that foreign exchange services play in supporting customer needs and enhancing their ability to manage their financial transactions in local and global markets.

In this context, the bank continues to develop its foreign exchange services, focusing on providing flexible and efficient solutions that help customers manage their currency needs and utilize available financial tools according to their requirements and business nature.

The bank also relies on a specialized team with diverse expertise in treasury and financial markets, enhancing its ability to monitor market developments and respond to customer requirements more quickly and effectively.

This achievement comes as Al Ahli Bank continues to invest in digital transformation and the development of its technological infrastructure, recognizing technology as a key driver for advancing the banking sector and enhancing customer experience.

The bank is leveraging digital solutions and modern technological tools across its various operations, including treasury and financial markets-related services, with the aim of boosting operational efficiency, accelerating transaction processing, and providing a more seamless and flexible banking experience.

This aligns with the bank’s strategy to strengthen its digital capabilities and deliver innovative banking solutions that keep pace with the rapid developments in the financial sector, while meeting customer needs in an environment characterized by intense competition and continuous change.

This latest recognition extends Al Ahli Bank’s track record of receiving international accolades across various areas of banking, reflecting the diversity of its capabilities and the evolution of its services and products.

In 2024, the bank was awarded “Best Foreign Exchange Bank in Kuwait” by Euromoney, an honor linked to the efforts of its Treasury Group in building a specialized framework to deliver foreign exchange services and innovative financial solutions. At that time, the bank also highlighted the role of technology and product development in enhancing customer experience.

The bank emphasizes that these achievements are the result of sustained efforts to develop an integrated system that combines specialized banking expertise, modern technology, and a deep understanding of customer needs, alongside a strong focus on innovation and the development of products and services.

Al Ahli Bank continues to work on strengthening its presence in financial markets and expanding the range of solutions it offers to its customers, in line with its strategy to consolidate its position as a modern Islamic banking institution capable of keeping pace with changes in the local and regional financial sectors.