Kuwait Financial Centre Company (Markaz) announced net profits of KD 6.4 million (~$19.5 million) for the first half of 2025, a 258% increase compared to KD 1.7 million (~$5.1 million) during the same period in 2024. The disclosure was published on the Kuwait Stock Exchange website on Wednesday.

Key Financial Highlights:

• Earnings Per Share (EPS): 13 fils in H1 2025 vs. 4 fils in H1 2024 (225% growth)

• Profit Drivers: Increased management fees and improved results from associate companies & joint ventures

• Capital Markets Activity: Board approved issuance of KD 50 million (~$152.5 million) unsecured premium bonds, pending Capital Markets Authority (CMA) approval

Corporate Background:

• Established: 1974 | Listed on Kuwait Stock Exchange: 1997

• Authorized Capital: KD 60 million (~$183 million)

• Core Business Activities:

  • Asset management & financial services

  • Securities & real estate investments

  • Portfolio & fund management

  • Corporate finance & due diligence

  • Advisory services & loan facilitation

  • Custodian, underwriting agent & market-making services