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Key Strengths
High credit ratings and among the
top brand values regionally
NBK has one of the highest credit ratings in the MENA region
Ranked amongst the 50 safest commercial banks in the world by
Global Finance, named most valuable banking brand in Kuwait
and among the top 10 in the Middle East by Brand Finance
Largest banking group in Kuwait with
dominant market position
As at 31 December 2021, the Bank was the largest bank in
Kuwait in terms of total assets, loans and customer deposits. In
addition, the Bank enjoys a dominant market share across its
business segments
NBK also has one of the largest and most diversified distribution
networks
Sound and consistent
financial performance
Long history of profitability, even throughout the global financial
crisis
Excellent asset quality with an NPL ratio standing at 1.04% at
end-2021
Strong liquidity serving as a buffer in times of need
الوطني
NBK
Stable shareholder base and
strong management team
Established in 1952 by a group of leading Kuwaiti merchants and
has retained the same core shareholder base since
NBK's stable shareholder base is complemented by a strong and
stable Board of Directors and a long-serving executive team with
in-depth experience
Strong investment banking capability
NBK conducts its investment banking and asset management
business through its subsidiary, Watani Investment Company
K.S.C.C. (Known as NBK Capital)
Only banking group in Kuwait to provide
both conventional and Islamic banking
Following its consolidation of Boubyan Bank in 2012, NBK
became the only banking group in Kuwait to offer both
conventional and Islamic banking services
This has allowed the Bank to leverage off the opportunities across
both markets, particularly given the growing importance of Islamic
Finance in Kuwait
A strong regional and
international network
Operations in 13 countries, 7 of which are in the MENA region.
The Bank continues to explore opportunities to expand
geographically with a primary focus on further strengthening
operations in MENA region
National Bank of Kuwait
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