CMA LAW: Press Release: Capital Markets Authority reviews the Kuwaiti market developments before major global investment entities in London

Kuwait, October 21, 2026 – As part of its efforts to enhance the attractiveness of the Kuwaiti capital market to foreign investors and to develop the capital markets in line with international best practices and standards, the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) participated in a series of meetings with several major global investment institutions in London, United Kingdom, from October 19 to 21, 2026. The meetings were organized by Boursa Kuwait. CMA was represented by Mr. Fawaz Bader Boresli, Head of the Markets Sector, and Mr. Abdulrahman Yousef Al-Failakawi, Director of the Market Regulation Department.

These meetings are part of the CMA’s commitment to raising awareness among foreign investment entities regarding the fundamentals of the Kuwaiti market, its investment mechanisms, and its regulatory and operational structure, while also gathering insights and expectations from investors, in order to support initiatives aimed at attracting foreign investments and enhancing the State of Kuwait’s standing within global markets and international indices.

Mr. Fawaz Boresli noted that the praise from participating foreign investment entities regarding the role played by the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and its partners reflects the progress made by the Kuwaiti market in enhancing transparency and competitiveness. Furthermore, these meetings, which were well-received by the participating entities, underscore the importance of continued cooperation and coordination between the CMA and market participants, both locally and globally, to enhance the Kuwaiti market’s attractiveness to international investors and strengthen its overall competitiveness.

During the meetings, participants reviewed key updates and developments in Kuwaiti capital market, most notably the initiatives implemented as part of the market development project, the launch of new investment products, and the restructuring of trading fees. Furthermore, attention was drawn to future initiatives slated for implementation under the fourth phase of the market development project, including the introduction of financial derivatives and adoption of a clearing member model.

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Notes to Editors:
The Capital Markets Authority was established pursuant to Law No. 7/2010, approved by the Kuwaiti Parliament in February 2010. Pursuant to the Law, the CMA shall regulate and supervise the securities activities, achieve transparency and fairness, observe listed companies’ execution of Corporate Governance regulations, and protect investors from unfair practices which violate the CMA's Law.

Furthermore, the Law's provisions stipulate the supervision of mergers, acquisitions, and disclosure operations. The CMA also aims to provide awareness programs related to securities activities.

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