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Bahrain vulnerable as conflict tests GCC banks

Gulf lenders retain strong liquidity buffers, but Bahrain may face greater pressure than regional peers if the conflict drags on, writes Sarah Rizvi

Bank of Sharjah delivers record FY2025 results with 89% surge in net profit

Net operating income increased 61% to AED 1.1 billion, while net interest income grew 58% to AED 678 million

Bahrain's banking sector remains resilient, stable

The banks in the Kingdom are operating efficiently, maintaining uninterrupted services to customers

'Citi not leaving Middle East': Bank says decision to close some offices is temporary

Closures of some branches in UAE are temporary, and the bank chose to evacuate three of its buildings to prioritise safety, Citibank added.

Khaleeji Bank continues to provide services through branches and digital channels

Daily cash prize draws for “Al Waffer” account customers throughout Ramadan

Standard Chartered confirms uninterrupted operations across the Kingdom

These measures are supported by strong operational resilience, advanced digital capabilities and well-established contingency planning

Eskan Bank affirms service continuity and customer commitment amid regional developments

Reflecting the strength and resilience of Bahrain’s financial sector

Standard Chartered issues statement in response to evacuation notice at Dubai office

The UK-headquartered lender said it continues “to monitor developments closely."

Khaleeji Bank continues to provide services through branches and digital channels

Daily cash prize draws for “Al Waffer” account customers throughout Ramadan

Major Mena banks to post 29% jump in fourth- quarter earnings, EFG Hermes says

Earnings outlook for banks in the GCC is also improving with potential interest rate increases this year

National Investment Bank, NI Capital key financing pillars for Egypt’s innovation ecosystem: Planning Minister

Discussions focused on enhancing coordination among government entities to unify visions and develop policies that support start-ups

HSBC reaffirms confidence in GCC as Iran-US conflict rattles markets

Bank’s view of the region’s economic fundamentals is unchanged: CEO Georges Elhedery

Sohar International opens new branch at Al Mouj in Muscat

The move reflects the bank’s network expansion strategy, which focuses on placing branches within areas with high concentrations of economic activity and residential growth.

CBK affirms the continuity of banking operations and the resilience of the banking sector

The Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) affirms the continuity and stability of all banking operations and the resilience of the banking sector's institutions

Gulf Bank reaffirms full operational continuity across all retail and corporate banking channels

Services remain fully accessible via branch network, mobile application, contact centre, and ATM infrastructure

QCB continues implementing remote work system in financial institutions

This applies to all financial institutions operating in the State of Qatar.

ADCB resumes Retail Mobile Banking Services

All other banking services, including branches, ATMs, card services, web-based internet banking, and corporate and commercial banking platforms, remained fully operational throughout.

The UAE Banking and Financial Sector is Resilient, Strong, Stable, and Well-Positioned to Navigate Regional Developments

For more than 53 years, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has built a distinguished legacy of achievements.

Saudi banks’ rankings among the world’s 500 strongest banking brands unveiled

Al Rajhi Bank ranked as the strongest Saudi banking brand

Kuwait banks maintain full services

The Federation stressed that banks continue to operate normally across all branches

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