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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
Pathak: Markets React. Assets Endure: Positioning Real Estate in a Volatile Cycle
Geopolitical events often dominate market sentiment, but their long-term impact on asset performance is frequently overstated. Markets do not stop in the face of uncertainty. They adjust, recalibrate, and reprice risk. The current tensions in the Middle East are no exception. This is what Mr. Sandeep Pathak, Chief Executive Officer – Margulf Management Inc., the international real estate arm of Kuwait Financial Centre, said during one of a series of webinars launched by Markaz to shed light on key market developments, emerging risks, and evolving investment opportunities across the region. While volatility has affected energy markets and global trade routes, the underlying fundamentals of real estate, particularly in the United States, have remained largely intact.
21/05/2026
Almubaraki: Amid Volatility, Real Estate Fundamentals in the GCC Remain Intact
Periods of geopolitical uncertainty tend to test market sentiment more than they alter underlying fundamentals. Across the GCC, the current environment is reinforcing a familiar pattern: while volatility may temper activity in the short term, real estate performance remains underpinned by structural strength. This is what Mr. Khaled Almubaraki, Senior Vice President – MENA Real Estate, said during one of a series of webinars launched by Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” to shed light on key market developments, emerging risks, and evolving investment opportunities across the region.
14/05/2026
Markaz Hosts “House Views” Webinar Series on Markets, Private Assets, and Real Estate
Markaz hosted a three‑part Markaz House Views webinar series, bringing together investment professionals and specialists to discuss developments shaping the global and regional investment landscape across public markets, private assets, and real estate. Designed for professional and qualified investors, the series addressed the implications of geopolitical developments on market behavior, the growing role of private infrastructure and private credit in portfolio construction, and evolving dynamics across international and regional real estate markets.
12/05/2026
Markaz Announces Leadership Appointments Across Key Business Areas
Kuwait Financial Centre “Markaz” announced a number of new leadership appointments approved by its Board of Directors during the Board meeting held on 7 May 2026. • Abdullatif Al-Nusif is appointed as Deputy Chief Executive Officer. • Deena AlRefai, Executive Vice President, is appointed as Head of Wealth Management and Business Development Department. • Ghazi Al-Osaimi, Executive Vice President, is appointed as Head of the MENA Equities Department.
09/05/2026
Markaz Delivers Joint Seminar on MREF with InvestGB
The real estate investment team at Kuwait Financial Centre "Markaz" delivered a joint seminar with Gulf Capital Investment Company “InvestGB”, the investment arm of Gulf Bank, providing the latest updates on the Markaz Real Estate Fund (MREF). The seminar forms part of a series of periodic engagements with InvestGB’s relationship and wealth teams, aimed at enforcing specialized investment knowledge of the Fund and enabling wealth managers to more effectively articulate its strategy and value proposition, ultimately enhancing the quality of client service.
06/05/2026
Markaz: Kuwait markets rebounded sharply in April, signaling confidence in an economic recovery
Kuwaiti equities recovered sharply in April, signaling confidence in the domestic markets after the easing of geopolitical tensions and the reopening of trade through the St. of Hormuz. The Kuwait All Share Index gained 5.3% in April 2026, with the banking sector index rising 3.1%. The performance of Banking stocks was mixed, with National Bank of Kuwait declining 1.5% m/m, while Gulf Bank and Kuwait Finance House gained 8.2% and 5.0% m/m, respectively, underpinned by robust Q1 2026 earnings. Among premier market stocks, Aayan Leasing and Investment Company and Mabanee Company were the top gainers, with monthly gains of 19.2% and 17.3%, respectively. Aayan Leasing and Investment Company’s subsidiary, Aayan Real Estate Company, entered into a 15-year investment agreement to design, construct, and operate an undisclosed property in Kuwait, with an estimated annual investment of around KD 336,000 ($1.1 million).
05/05/2026
