l NBK awarded as Leading Corporate for Investor Relations in Kuwait

l NBK was recognized as being the Most Improved IR Program in GCC

l Amir Hanna named the Best Investor Relations Professional - Kuwait

KUWAIT: Recognizing the Bank’s commitment to upholding exemplary practices aligned with the highest standards of transparency and professionalism in investor relations, the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) honored National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) with three prestigious excellence awards in 2023. The recognitions were extended during the association’s annual awards ceremony held in Bahrain, sponsored by Bahrain Stock Exchange and in collaboration with the Central Bank of Bahrain.

The Bank received two prestigious accolades and was honored as the Leading Corporate for Investor Relations in Kuwait and received recognition for being the Most Improved Investor Relations Program in the GCC region. NBK also secured the esteemed title of Best Investor Relations Professional - Kuwait, attributed to Amir Hanna, the Head of Group Investor Relations and Communications at the Bank.

Amir Hanna, Head of the Investor Relations and Communications Group at the National Bank of Kuwait, receiving the award.

Beyond MENA, NBK was one of two Middle Eastern banks to secure a place on the shortlist for the top investor relations programs for EMEA financial institutions.

Additionally, the Bank achieved a distinctive position as the sole Kuwaiti corporate to secure a spot among the top 5 MENA Best Investor Relations Program, Best Investor Relations by CEO and Best Investor Relations by CFO. The MEIRA awards for this year were determined through a comprehensive survey that gathered insights from over 190 companies, encompassing perspectives from fund managers, analysts, specialists, regulatory bodies, and representatives from stock exchanges.

The recipients were acknowledged for their exceptional efforts in investor communication, their dedication to transparency, and the implementation of comprehensive practices within investor relations. These awards serve as a testament to the significant value these practices contribute, fostering enduring trust between companies and their shareholders. The accolades stand as a testament to NBK’s dedication in offering exemplary investor relations practices. They underscore the Bank’s commitment to transparent and valued disclosures, acknowledged by all stakeholders.

These awards affirm NBK’s ongoing commitment to enhancing communication with shareholders and analysts, thereby bolstering market confidence within the investor community. The Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA) operates as an autonomous, non-profit entity affiliated with the Investor Relations Society (IRS). Its primary focus lies in advancing the field of investor relations, advocating for international standards in corporate governance, and fostering the growth, effectiveness, and appeal of capital markets across the Middle East.