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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.
The Bank was ranked amongst the 50 safest banks in
the world by Global Finance and was named the most
valuable banking brand in Kuwait and among the top
10 in the Middle East by Brand Finance.
Sound and Consistent
Financial Performance
NBK has a long history of profitability and remained
profitable throughout the global financial crisis.
The Bank also boasts an excellent asset quality (NPL
ratio at 1.34% at end-2015). NBK also maintains
strong liquidity which serves as a buffer in times of
needs.
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NBK
Largest Banking Group in Kuwait with
Dominant Market Position
As at 31 December 2015, 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.
Stable Shareholder Base and
Strong Management Team
The Bank was established in 1952 by a group of
leading Kuwaiti merchants and has retained the same
core shareholder base since then.
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
NBK has a strong regional and international presence,
with operations in 15 countries, 9 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.
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