Boursa Kuwait Recognised As The Best Stock Exchange In The Middle East For 2025 By Euromoney

Boursa Kuwait has marked a significant achievement by receiving the title of "Best Stock Exchange in the Middle East" for the year 2025. This prestigious recognition was awarded at the first Capital Markets Awards ceremony, a joint initiative by Euromoney and the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM).

The award acknowledges Boursa Kuwait's pivotal role in enhancing market liquidity and transparency, boosting investor confidence, and adhering to the highest standards of governance and sustainability within the Kuwaiti capital market.

This acknowledgment serves not only as a testament to Boursa Kuwait's strategic success but also underscores its dedication to fostering a robust and transparent market environment.

The Capital Markets Awards, which aim to extend the revered Awards for Excellence to cover a broader spectrum of market participants, honored Boursa Kuwait for its exemplary achievements over the past year.

The rigorous selection process involved in-depth research, analysis of submitted data, specialized interviews, and secondary research, culminating in a decision by Euromoney's internal committee. This process ensures that only the most deserving institutions, which have truly set themselves apart through innovation and excellence, are recognized.

Despite facing regional and global economic uncertainties, Boursa Kuwait exhibited remarkable resilience and operational efficiency in 2024. This period was characterized by geopolitical tensions and economic fluctuations, yet the exchange managed to not only sustain its performance but also excel across several key financial indicators.

This outstanding performance, highlighted by significant net profits, growth in operating revenues, and an increase in operating profit, firmly positions Boursa Kuwait as a leading entity with a clear, forward-looking vision and a strong governance framework that prioritizes sustainable growth.

Boursa Kuwait's efforts to continuously develop the Kuwaiti capital market infrastructure have played a critical role in its recognition. Collaborating closely with the Capital Markets Authority and other key stakeholders, Boursa Kuwait has been proactive in implementing Phase Three of its market development program (MD 3.2) in July.

This phase focused on enhancing operational and regulatory frameworks, introducing the Central Counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement system, streamlining cash settlements, and upgrading brokerage firms' operating models.

Furthermore, plans are underway to enable the listing and trading of fixed-income instruments and exchange-traded funds (ETFs), following the completion of necessary technical and infrastructure preparations.

Boursa Kuwait's commitment to good governance and sustainability has been unwavering. In 2021, the exchange issued an Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Reporting Guide, setting a precedent for transparency and accountability in the region.

By 2023, its sustainability report received the "Best Sustainability and ESG Report" award from the Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA), further affirming its leadership in these critical areas.

Boursa Kuwait's dedication extends beyond financial markets to encompass community and environmental initiatives, financial literacy programs, and education, aligning with United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and fostering strategic partnerships for impactful programs and initiatives.

Through these comprehensive efforts, Boursa Kuwait has not only solidified its status as a leading regional financial hub but also demonstrated its role as a responsible corporate citizen and a vital contributor to Kuwait's national vision.

As Boursa Kuwait continues to elevate the standards of governance, sustainability, and market efficiency, it sets an example for capital markets across the Middle East and beyond. This accolade from the Capital Markets Awards not only celebrates the past achievements but also sets the stage for future innovations and growth in the Kuwaiti capital market.