THE MIDDLE EAST’S
100. Gulf Bank
Country: Kuwait
Sector: Banks & Financial Services
Acting CEO: Sami Mahfouz
Market Value: $4.51 billion
Established in 1960, Gulf Bank is one of Kuwait’s leading lenders. As of December 2025, total assets stood at $25.1 billion, supported by more than 45 branches. In December 2025, Fitch Ratings affirmed Gulf Bank’s long-term issuer rating (IDR) at ‘A’ with a stable outlook. Warba Bank Group is the largest shareholder, holding a 32.75% stake as of February 2026.