(Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain): Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH-Bahrain) has won two prestigious awards at the Euromoney 2026 Awards, receiving the “Best Transaction Bank in Bahrain” award for the second consecutive year, while Mrs. Layal Ishaq, Group Head of Global Transaction Banking, Business Intelligence and Transformation at KFH-Bahrain, was named the “Middle East’s Best Transaction Banker of the Year”. The achievement reflects the Bank’s excellence and the capabilities of its national talent in delivering high-quality banking services.

The recognition highlights KFH-Bahrain’s ongoing commitment to advancing its transaction banking services for its corporate and institutional clients through innovation, digital transformation, and client-centricity. Through sustained investments in technology, talent, and operational excellence, the Bank was the first to introduce a range of market-leading solutions designed to address the evolving needs of institutional and corporate clients, delivering greater efficiency, enhanced connectivity, and long-term value to local and regional clients.

Commenting on the achievement, Dr. Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer of KFH-Bahrain, said: “Winning two awards at the Euromoney Transaction Banking Awards 2026 represents an important international recognition of the Bank’s position in the banking sector and of our continued efforts to provide advanced banking solutions built on operational efficiency and innovation. This strengthens our ability to deliver sustainable value to our customers and partners while responding to their evolving expectations.”

He added: “We are proud of this achievement, which reflects the dedication of our teams and the strength of our banking capabilities, while underscoring the importance of investing in professional and technical development and continuously enhancing service standards. The recognition of Mrs. Layal Ishaq as Best Transaction Banker in the Middle East also highlights the value of our national expertise in contributing to the Bank’s objectives and inspires us to continue our journey of excellence and deliver the best banking solutions to our customers.”

Mrs. Layal Ishaq’s achievements reflect KFH-Bahrain’s commitment to developing national talent and empowering leaders to drive growth. As Group Head of Global Transaction Banking, Business Intelligence and Transformation, she played a pivotal role in elevating the business into a key strategic pillar across KFH-Bahrain Group. Expanding transaction banking services across six Group entities, delivering market-leading solutions and setting new benchmarks for innovation and client experience. Driving the business beyond its domestic footprint into a strong regional franchise, serving global and regional corporate clients across diverse industries, markets and jurisdictions, reinforcing the Bank’s position as a trusted transaction banking partner. The Bank’s continued investment in professional and technical development has helped foster an environment where national talent can grow, take on greater responsibilities and contribute meaningfully to the Bank’s strategic objectives.

Through this latest achievement, KFH-Bahrain reaffirms its continued commitment to developing its services and strengthening its operational capabilities, supporting its position as a leading Islamic financial institution in Bahrain and the region, while delivering an integrated banking experience that meets customer expectations and continues to evolve with developments across the regional and global financial sector.

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