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CBK Hosts Roundtable Discussion with Kuwait Banks in Cooperation with Global Finance Magazine
Roundtable discussion brought together Kuwaiti Banks to discuss challenges and opportunities for the economy amid evolving global economic conditions and ongoing geopolitical developments.
MoreKey Local Economic, Financial, and Banking Developments
As part of the Central Bank of Kuwait's ongoing monitoring of key global economic and monetary indicators and geopolitical developments and their potential impact on the performance of the local economy, the Central Bank of Kuwait highlights that its current assessment of available local economic and financial data and information reflects the soundness and strength of the monetary and financial stability in the State of Kuwait, and prevailing monetary conditions are considered consistent with domestic economic conditions.
MoreCBK Launches the "Strategic Initiative Accelerator Program" at the Innovation Hub "Wolooj"
The Innovation Hub at the Central Bank of Kuwait "Wolooj" cordially invites Kuwaiti talents to submit their applications for the "Strategic Initiative Accelerator Program" starting from 1 September 2026 to 1 October 2026.
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Central Bank of Kuwait Launches Sixth Edition of "Cybersecurity Leaders Program"
As part of the Central Bank of Kuwait’s (CBK) ongoing efforts to develop qualified national talent and strengthen the cybersecurity capabilities of the banking sector, the Bank continues to support initiatives aimed at enhancing the resilience of the financial and banking system against the risks associated with the rapid advancement of technology and the increasing reliance on digital information systems while minimizing their risks.
MoreFitch Ratings Affirms State of Kuwait Sovereign Credit Rating at (AA-); Outlook Stable
Fitch Ratings Affirms State of Kuwait Sovereign Credit Rating at (AA-); Outlook Stable.
MoreKIBS Launches the Fifth Cohort of the "Risk Management Leaders Program"
As part of the Central Bank of Kuwait’s strategic endeavor to build highly qualified national cadres in various financial and banking fields, and develop risk management capabilities, which has great importance in enhancing the banking environment and in fortifying financial operations, the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS), launched the fifth cohort of the Risk Management Leaders Program (RMLP), within Kafa’a initiative undertaken by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) in collaboration with Kuwaiti banks, and managed by KIBS.
MoreMoody's Affirms State of Kuwait Sovereign Credit Rating at (A1); Outlook Stable
Moody's affirms State of Kuwait sovereign credit rating at (A1); outlook stable
MoreStandard & Poor's Affirms State of Kuwait Credit Ratings at 'AA-'; Outlook Stable
Standard & Poor's affirms State of Kuwait sovereign credit ratings at 'AA-'; outlook stable
MoreCBK Celebrates Kuwaiti Women’s Day
As part of Central Bank of Kuwait’s drive to empower women to fulfil their vital role in development, the Bank affirmed its support to women, as it provides one of the most prominent examples of women’s active role within Kuwaiti society in all professions and their marked performance across sectors.
MoreLaunching FinTech MBA Internal Scholarship Program for Kuwaitis in Cooperation with Gulf University
In light of the Central Bank of Kuwait’s strategy to develop qualified national cadres in the financial and banking sector, and in response to the changes in this field, the Kuwait Institute of Banking Studies (KIBS) announced the launch of the FinTech MBA Internal Scholarship Program for Kuwaitis, in cooperation the Gulf University for Science and Technology (GUST). The program is one of the initiatives under the “Kafa’a” program, led by CBK and managed by KIBS.
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