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Markaz Enhances iMarkaz Invest with 24-Hour Access to U.S. Markets

"Markaz” announced the introduction of 24-hour U.S. market access through its digital investment platform, iMarkaz Invest, enabling clients to monitor and trade eligible U.S. equities and ETFs beyond traditional market hours.

18/06/2026

Markaz Participates as Gold Sponsor of Kuwait Second Forum on State Development Projects (ENCON5)

Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kuwait's long-term economic and urban development objectives through its participation as Gold Sponsor of the Kuwait Second Forum on State Development Projects (ENCON5), held on June 14–15, 2026 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel.

15/06/2026

Markaz Sponsors Thought Leadership Circle Organized by KDIPA and The Business Year

Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” concluded its gold sponsorship of the “Thought Leadership Circle: Unlocking Kuwait’s Market Potential”, part of a high-level roundtable series that brought together senior leaders from the public and private sector to discuss how Kuwait can deepen its capital markets, attract investment, and strengthen the institutional foundations needed to support long-term economic development and Vision 2035. The event, held on June 10, 2026, was co-hosted by the Kuwait Direct Investment Promotion Authority (KDIPA) and The Business Year. The sponsorship reflects Markaz's commitment to supporting dialogue that advances Kuwait's capital markets, investment ecosystem, and long-term economic competitiveness.

14/06/2026

Markaz: Kuwait stock market remained resilient in May, despite geopolitical uncertainties

Markaz stated in its Monthly Market Review that Kuwaiti equities remained resilient in May, despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainty in the region. The Kuwait All Share Index was flat in May 2026, with a mild 0.5% decline. The performance of Banking stocks was mixed, with National Bank of Kuwait and Kuwait Finance House declining by 1.0% and 1.3% m/m respectively. Gulf Bank posted gains of 3.2%, underpinned by strong Q1 2026 earnings. Among premier market stocks, Boursa Kuwait Securities Company and Aayan Leasing and Investment Company were the top gainers, with monthly gains of 9.1% and 8.7%, respectively. Boursa Kuwait Securities Company’s net profit increased by 16.8% q/q, despite a decline in revenue due to geopolitical challenges.

04/06/2026