Reinforcing Its Position as Kuwait’s Most Trusted and Community-Focused Bank

• Najla Aleisa: “This recognition reflects the strength of Gulf Bank’s brand, our excellence in delivering banking services, and our unwavering commitment to supporting the community through impactful CSR initiatives.”

Gulf Bank has proudly announced winning two prestigious accolades from Global Brands Magazine, in recognition of its outstanding performance in the banking sector and its sustained efforts in corporate social responsibility (CSR) for the year 2025. The Bank received the awards for “Best Banking Brand in Kuwait” and “Most Outstanding in Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives in Kuwait.”

These two distinguished recognitions reaffirm Gulf Bank’s leading position in the Kuwaiti banking industry and reflect its unwavering commitment to providing innovative financial solutions while maintaining a deep-rooted connection with the community through impactful, long-term CSR initiatives.

Winning the Best Banking Brand in Kuwait award underscores Gulf Bank’s advanced marketing strategy and its continued success in strengthening its brand as one of the most trusted and customer-centric financial institutions in the market. The recognition also highlights the Bank’s strong visual identity, clear brand purpose, and consistent customer communication, alongside its wide range of modern and digital banking services tailored to the evolving needs of its diverse clientele.

Commitment to the Community

The Most Outstanding in Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives award celebrates Gulf Bank’s long-standing dedication to empowering society through a diverse portfolio of sustainable initiatives. The Bank’s CSR programs continue to create measurable impact across multiple domains; including education, health, environmental preservation, youth and women empowerment, and the inclusion of people with disabilities- all aligned with Kuwait’s National Development Plan and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Gulf Bank remains committed to driving social change through initiatives designed not only to address immediate community needs but to foster long-term development, contributing to the economic and social well-being of Kuwait.

Commenting on this achievement, Najla Aleisa, Chief Marketing Officer at Gulf Bank, stated: “This recognition reflects the strength of Gulf Bank’s brand, our excellence in delivering banking services, and our unwavering commitment to supporting the community through impactful CSR initiatives. We are proud to be recognized by Global Brands Magazine for our continued dedication to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility.”

She added: “Such honors further inspire us to build on our legacy as a leading financial institution in Kuwait- one that continuously invests in digital transformation, enhances customer experience, and contributes meaningfully to Kuwait Vision 2035 and the broader sustainable development agenda.”

Reinforcing this recognition, Brand Finance, the global leader in brand valuation and strategy, has listed Gulf Bank among Kuwait’s Top 10 Most Valuable Brands. According to Brand Finance’s latest valuation, Gulf Bank’s brand value reached USD 244 million, reflecting the Bank’s continued growth trajectory, market resilience, and strategic focus on innovation, customer trust, and sustainability. This valuation reaffirms the strength of the Gulf Bank brand. A brand built on reliability, progress, and a customer-first philosophy.

About Global Brands Magazine

Global Brands Magazine is one of the world’s most prominent publications dedicated to evaluating and recognizing leading brands. Headquartered in the United Kingdom, the magazine honors excellence across diverse sectors each year through a comprehensive assessment process that measures innovation, customer experience, performance, and social responsibility. The awards are globally respected for their credibility, objectivity, and broad sectoral and geographic coverage.