12/10/2026 04:07 AST
In a further recognition of its regional leadership and ability to deliver advanced, innovative solutions tailored to the foreign exchange needs of companies and institutions, National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) has been named "Middle East's Best FX Bank for Corporates" by international magazine Euromoney as part of its Foreign Exchange Awards 2026.
Among the leading global honors dedicated to currency markets, Euromoney's Foreign Exchange Awards are granted following a comprehensive assessment of financial performance, innovation, client service quality and market impact, alongside client feedback, operational data and professional standards across the global foreign exchange industry. Submissions also undergo independent evaluation by industry experts and specialists, together with Euromoney's research and editorial teams.
This recognition reflects NBK's leading position in corporate foreign exchange solutions across the region. The Bank offers a comprehensive suite of products and services designed to help clients manage currency volatility risks, enhance the efficiency of their treasury operations and support the expansion of their commercial and investment activities across markets.
The award also affirms the success of NBK's strategy, which centers on sustained investment in technology infrastructure and digital capabilities, the delivery of sophisticated financial solutions grounded in a deep understanding of client needs, and the use of its extensive regional and international network and longstanding expertise in financial and currency markets.
Euromoney's awards are highly regarded across the global banking and financial sector, serving as an international benchmark for excellence, innovation and leadership in financial services. Euromoney describes its Foreign Exchange Awards program as one of the most comprehensive and respected assessments in the global currency industry, recognising institutions that deliver exceptional performance and tangible value to their clients and markets.
For NBK, this achievement underscores its commitment to further developing its foreign exchange and financial markets products and services, while strengthening its ability to meet the growing needs of local and regional companies and institutions. These efforts reinforce the Bank's position as a trusted banking partner for businesses in Kuwait and across the region.
Commenting on this achievement, Hussain Al-Shaiji, Deputy Treasurer, Treasury Group at NBK, said:"This recognition reflects the success of our strategy in leveraging the latest technologies and digital solutions to enhance the efficiency of our foreign exchange services and deliver added value to our corporate and institutional clients."
"At NBK, we believe that technology is not here to replace people, but rather to empower them and enhance their capabilities. Our aim is to leverage technology to handle operational tasks, enabling our teams to focus more on strategic priorities and develop innovative ideas and solutions that reinforce NBK's leadership in providing treasury and foreign exchange services across the region," Al-Shaiji added.
The recognition adds to NBK's extensive record of international honors and accolades, reflecting its strong performance, robust business model and leadership across banking and financial services. It also affirms the Bank's success in maintaining the highest standards of service and innovation in line with international best practices.
Kuwait Times
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