Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 28 December 2025: Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH–Bahrain) has continued to strengthen its leading position in the Islamic banking sector, having received six global awards during the current year (2025) from specialised regional and international institutions. These accolades are a testament to the Bank’s successful institutional journey, strong financial performance, and its delivery of an advanced banking model that combines operational efficiency with innovation.Winning these global awards reflects the Bank’s excellence across various areas of banking, following the completion of its strategic transformation and rebranding to KFH–Bahrain in July 2025. The Bank maintained strong performance momentum and continued to achieve qualitative results that reaffirmed its leadership and distinction in Islamic banking services, the quality of products and financial solutions, governance, institutional transformation, and its commitment to delivering genuine added value to customers. This is alongside its active role in supporting sustainability and responsible growth, reflecting a pioneering banking vision and a long-term institutional approach.During 2025, KFH–Bahrain achieved an impressive portfolio of global awards. In October, the Bank won Best Islamic Financial Institution in Bahrain and Best Bank in Bahrain 2025 from Global Finance magazine. It also received the Best Employee-Led Business Development Initiative award at the 17th Annual Human Resources Management Summit 2025.

In November, KFH–Bahrain was awarded Best Private Bank in Bahrain as part of the Global Private Banking Awards 2025 by The Banker and PWM, in addition to winning Best Transaction Bank in the Kingdom of Bahrain at the Euromoney Transaction Banking Awards 2025, announced in London. Collectively, these awards embody the Bank’s success in sustaining excellence and leadership following its transformation to the new KFH–Bahrain identity. The Bank also received the Employee Wellbeing and Workplace Quality Award from the Bahrain Society for Human Resources Management Excellence Awards.

Commenting on these achievements, Dr Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH–Bahrain, stated: “The awards achieved by the Bank during 2025 reflect the clarity and effectiveness of the strategic vision we pursue, the strength of our banking business model, and our ability to deliver balanced and sustainable performance across all stages of our institutional transformation towards the new identity. This further confirms the Bank’s readiness and continued excellence within the Kuwait Finance House Group ecosystem.”

He further said: “These awards represent recognition of the efforts of our teams and their commitment to applying the highest professional standards in delivering integrated Islamic banking solutions, underpinned by digital innovation, operational efficiency, and sound governance, alongside our ongoing focus on enhancing the customer experience and meeting their evolving needs with efficiency and reliability.”

Dr Zahran added: “This distinguished portfolio of prestigious awards serves as a strong incentive for us to continue investing in the development of banking products and services, strengthening strategic partnerships, and supporting the national economy. This contributes to further positioning the Kingdom of Bahrain as a leading regional hub for Islamic banking, aligns with our valued customers’ aspirations, and supports the delivery of sustainable long-term added value.”

With this prominent portfolio of awards achieved during 2025, KFH–Bahrain reaffirms its firm commitment to continuing its journey of excellence and translating its strategic vision into tangible results, anchored in sustainability, transparency and the building of long-term partnerships with its customers and all stakeholders.

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Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – December 2025: Kuwait Finance House continues to strengthen its role as an active contributor to the community through its ongoing support for a number of prominent charitable and social organisations in the Kingdom. This year’s contributions included the “Smile”, one of Future Society for Youth’s initiatives, which provides psychological and social support for children with cancer and their families, Al Noor Charity Welfare, the “Tafaol” – The Particular Educational Service Center for Children, the Bahrain Deaf Society and the Muharraq Charity Society.This support comes as part of the Bank’s social responsibility strategy, which focuses on backing charitable and developmental initiatives capable of delivering direct and sustainable impact within the Bahraini society. The strategy places particular emphasis on key areas of need, including child welfare, patient support, empowerment of people with disabilities and effective programmes for low-income families.

On this occasion, Dr Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH – Bahrain, commented, “We take great pride in our long-standing commitment to humanitarian and charitable initiatives, which reflect the Bank’s values and deep-rooted sense of social responsibility. Our support for these institutions stems from our belief in the vital role they play in improving the lives of children, patients and families in need by providing essential services that contribute to the well-being of the wider community.”

He added, “We remain committed to directing our contributions towards initiatives that deliver tangible and sustainable impact, in line with national development priorities. We also work closely with our partners across civil society to widen the scope of positive impact and support meaningful programmes that advance comprehensive community development and align with Bahrain’s aspiration for a more prosperous future.”

Through these initiatives, KFH reaffirms its position as one of the Kingdom’s leading supporters of charitable and social organisations, promoting the values of solidarity, providing support to those most in need, and helping build a cohesive society grounded in humanitarian partnership and community cooperation.

Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain – 15 December 2025: Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH) has announced the launch of its innovative “Gold Account,” marking the first gold investment and savings account in the Kingdom of Bahrain. This initiative reflects the bank’s commitment to pioneering Sharia complaint banking solutions that facilitate customers’ opportunities to grow their wealth in modern ways.The new account enables users to invest in gold easily and securely through the KFH – Bahrain application with savings as low as one gram of gold. Customers can buy and sell gold instantly around the clock through the bank’s electronic platforms and channels at competitive prices.

This new product underscores KFH Bahrain’s dedication to providing advanced savings and investment tools that empower clients to build a stable financial future. It also reinforces the bank’s position as a trusted leader in digital banking and wealth management.

Commenting on this milestone, Dr. Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH – Bahrain, stated, “The launch of the ‘Gold Account’ marks a significant step in our journey to offer innovative financial and investment solutions tailored to our diverse clientele. This unique product exemplifies our commitment to delivering a sophisticated banking experience that exceeds customer expectations, allowing them to grow their wealth in a secure, transparent, Sharia complaint environment .”

He added, “At KFH – Bahrain, we were keen to offer this innovative account that allows customers to seamlessly manage their transactions via the digital application, making ownership and selling more accessible while maintaining the highest standards of security and transparency. We remain dedicated to providing high-quality services and innovative solutions that strengthen our leadership in Islamic banking and contribute to a more prosperous financial future for our valued clients.”

“Gold is a strategic asset for diversification amid global market volatility. Through the ‘Gold Account,’ we offer clients direct access to international gold markets at competitive prices, providing flexibility to capitalise on investment opportunities and manage liquidity efficiently, all though our secure digital channels.”

It is worth noting that clients can open a “Gold Account” through the bank’s mobile application, without needing to visit a branch. This service allows for instant buying, selling, and management of gold, benefiting from competitive pricing and full adherence to Sharia rules and principles. This initiative highlights KFH – Bahrain’s commitment to digital transformation and delivering innovative financial products designed to meet the needs of modern investors and parties interested in diversifying their portfolios.