Kuwait International Bank

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Kuwait International Bank
Native name
Kuwait International Bank K.S.C.P.
KSE: KIB
ISIN KW0EQ0100069
Industry Financial services
Founded1973
HeadquartersWest Tower, Joint Banking Center, Safat,
Kuwait City
,
Kuwait
Website www.kib.com.kw

Kuwait International Bank (KIB) is an Islamic bank located in Kuwait City, founded in 1973. It offers various Islamic banking and finance services for individuals and corporate customers. [1]

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It is a specialised bank regulated by the Central Bank of Kuwait and listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange. [2]

History

KIB was incorporated in 1973 under the name Kuwait Real Estate Bank, with an initial focus on real‑estate‑related financing activities. [3] The bank was listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange in 1984. [4] In 2007, the bank completed a strategic transition to operate in full compliance with Islamic Sharia principles, adopting its current name, Kuwait International Bank. Following this transition, KIB expanded its scope to offer a broader range of Sharia‑compliant banking and financial services while remaining regulated by the Central Bank of Kuwait. [5]

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References

  1. ↑ "Company Overview of Kuwait International Bank K.S.C.P." Retrieved 20 March 2017.
  2. ↑ "Kuwait International Bank (KIB): Full Service Islamic Bank". 18 January 2016. Retrieved 20 March 2017.
  3. ↑ "Kuwait International Bank (KIB)". FF News | Fintech Finance. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
  4. ↑ "Kuwait International Bank". AGBI. 2026-02-19. Retrieved 2026-02-19.
  5. ↑ "KIB FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 31 DECEMBER 2025" (PDF). boursakuwait.com.kw. 31 December 2025. Retrieved 19 February 2026.


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