WarbaBank

Warba Bank successfully concluded its participation in the 19th edition of the EFG Hermes One-on-One Annual Conference held in Dubai, following strong engagement from leading global investment institutions. The bank held multiple one-on-one and group meetings with more than 13 prominent investors and analysts from the financial sector worldwide, driven by growing interest in Warba Bank’s performance and future plans, particularly after its recently announced developments.

Commenting on this important regional event, Deputy Chief Financial Officer at Warba Bank, Mr. Tareq Ziad Alfares, stated: "Warba Bank’s participation in this conference reaffirms its commitment to transparency, excellence, and best practices in investor relations. We strive to provide investors with accurate and timely information, enabling them to make informed decisions based on clear and data-driven insights. We believe that building trust with investors is a fundamental pillar for sustainable growth and long-term economic value creation."

Alfares added that Warba Bank is one of the newest established banks in the Gulf and the region and, within a relatively short period, has achieved major strategic milestones that have reinforced its position as a strong and reliable financial institution. Among these milestones was the launch of the capital increase subscription, an opportunity rarely available for investment in a financially and operationally solid bank focused on achieving sustainable growth.

He continued: "The EFG Hermes One-on-One Conference was a platform to present Warba’s growth journey and to delve deeper into the Bank’s vision, strategy and the next phase of its development. Warba has now become one of the leading banks in Kuwait and the region."

The EFG Hermes One-on-One Conference is the largest and most influential event of its kind in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) markets, featuring 220 companies from 12 countries, including Warba Bank. During the event, Warba Bank met with several prestigious Gulf investment entities, including the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA), SNB Capital (Saudi Arabia) and SAB Invest (Saudi Arabia). Additionally, the Bank held meetings with leading global asset management firms such as J.P. Morgan, Morgan Stanley, and T. Rowe Price.

The EFG Hermes One-on-One Conference is considered a premier platform that brings together corporate leaders and decision-makers from investment institutions and family offices managing hundreds of millions of dollars in assets. The conference offers a unique environment for direct networking, sharing insights and exploring investment opportunities in promising markets.

Warba Bank considered its participation in the conference a qualitative leap in its efforts to strengthen investor relations, introduce its future plans, and highlight its strategic focus on growth, digital innovation and delivering added value to shareholders.

The bank is one of Kuwait’s leading Islamic banks, achieving remarkable success within a short period. The Bank has distinguished itself by offering innovative digital banking services for individuals and businesses, and it is also among the local banks with the largest number of shareholders, bringing it closer to all segments of society. This success reflects the Bank’s ongoing commitment to building a financial future that meets customer aspirations while combining heritage with a forward-looking vision.