Kuwait Finance House Named World’s Best Islamic Financial Institution 2025

Investment banking in the Middle East is rapidly evolving, with private and family-owned corporates increasingly active in public markets and regional banks innovating in sukuk and cross-border finance. Kuwait Finance House (KFH) has emerged as a leader in Islamic finance and sustainable development, winning the 2025 World's Best Islamic Financial Institution award and recognition for its green finance initiatives like Green Sukuk. KFH's digital transformation, including its Tam Digital Bank, and strong financial metrics underscore its robust growth and innovation. In South Asia, Janashakthi Finance's Alternative Finance Business Unit gained a Merit Award at the International Islamic Finance Forum South Asia for its ethical and inclusive Shariah-compliant financial services, highlighting Sri Lanka's growing leadership in Islamic finance. Meanwhile, Egyptian banking leaders emphasized the sector's critical role in financial inclusion, digital transformation, and sustainable development, with personal financial inclusion rising significantly due to mobile and prepaid financial products. Across the region, Islamic finance principles are increasingly aligned with sustainability and innovation, positioning financial institutions as catalysts for inclusive economic growth and climate-conscious investments.