KIB — Kuwait's KIB reports 18% jump in H1 2026 net profit to KWD 17.5M

Kuwait International Bank (KIB) announced a net profit of KWD 17.5 million for the first half of 2026, an 18% increase from the KWD 14.8 million reported in the same period last year. The bank's operating income grew by 10% to KWD 51 million, while total assets rose by 10% to reach KWD 4.60 billion. The financing portfolio expanded by 12% to KWD 3.45 billion, reflecting sustained growth despite regional geopolitical developments.