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Bank ABC (Arab Banking Corporation B.S.C.) is licensed as a conventional wholesale bank by the Central Bank of Bahrain.
was incorporated in Bahrain pursuant to Amiri Decree Law No.2 for the year 1980 on 17th January 1980 with an authorised capital of US$1 billion. By April 1981, US$750 million had been fully paid by Bank ABC’s original three shareholders: the Ministry of Finance of Kuwait (whose shares have since been transferred to the Kuwait Investment Authority), the Libyan Secretariat of Treasury (whose shares
Events in the Middle East continue to influence markets, trade flows and economic sentiment well beyond the region.
In an upcoming episode of The Leap with Bank ABC, Giyas Gokkent, Group Chief Economist, is joined by Daniel Xavier Francisco, Chief Economist at Banco ABC Brasil, and Yousif Lori, Senior Economist, to explore the global impact of the Middle East conflict and discuss its implications for economies, businesses and investors worldwide.
New episode coming soon.
Watch previous episodes of the Leap with Bank ABC on Spotify (bankabc.io/Spotify) and Apple Podcasts (bankabc.io/ApplePod)
05/06/2026
As the world marks , the spotlight turns not only to the environmental challenges we face, but also to the practical solutions that can drive progress.
In this thought piece, Bank ABC’s Deputy Head of Sustainability, Thomas Patience, highlights how sustainable finance creates real value for both businesses and banks, from unlocking capital and strengthening resilience to turning sustainability ambitions into measurable action. Read more to explore how finance can support a more sustainable and resilient future https://bankabc.io/wed2026
Focusing on the “win-wins” of Sustainable Finance As the world marks World Environment Day, attention naturally turns to the environmental challenges facing our communities and economies. Equally important, however, is the role that finance can play in supporting practical solutions.
“Life is like white water rafting. You need to move faster, learn new skills, and generate information, insight, and foresight.” – Maher Kaddoura
In this episode of The Leap with Bank ABC, social innovator and author Maher Kaddoura joins Dr. Yousif Almas to explore what it takes to let go of the past and create the future. The conversation dives into why certain companies are not able to evolve, how to make better decisions, and why you should fall in love with the problem, not the solution.
Watch the full episode: bankabc.io/leapep2
The Leap with Bank ABC is also available on:
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Apple Podcasts: bankabc.io/ApplePod
Bank ABC extends warm wishes to you and your loved ones this Eid Al Adha.
Wishing you and your loved one's peace, prosperity, and continued success.
23/05/2026
Bank ABC is proud to announce that Standard & Poor’s Global Ratings (S&P) has affirmed its ‘BBB-/A3’ long and short-term issuer credit ratings with Stable Outlook.’
S&P’s affirmation highlights the Bank’s:
- Broad geographic diversification & strong wholesale banking track record
- Strong capitalization – rated “Strong” under S&P’s capital & earnings framework
- Good asset quality and expected stable profitability
- Resilient, diversified portfolio that mitigates risk across volatile markets
This recognition reflects our disciplined approach to growth, maintaining robust capital ratios while selectively expanding to drive revenue and long-term value.
Read more: https://bankabc.io/S&P2026
"When we face mistakes or failure, we don’t remain the same person. The choice is ours to either bounce backward or move forward." - Maher Kaddoura
In this episode of The Leap with Bank ABC, social innovator and author Maher Kaddoura explores how to navigate trauma and failure by shifting perspective, embracing growth, and choosing progress.
Tune in to discover how a positive mindset can transform setbacks into powerful turning points.
Watch this episode of The Leap, Bank ABC’s podcast bankabc.io/leapep2
The Leap with Bank ABC is available on:
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Apple Podcasts bankabc.io/ApplePod
19/05/2026
We are pleased to announce that Bank ABC has received the Temenos Forward Award at the 2026 Temenos Community Forum (TCF), recognising the Bank’s progress in core banking transformation and digital innovation. This accolade highlights our ongoing transformation journey and the successful rollout of the cloud-native Temenos platform across our Group, helping strengthen agility, scalability and operational efficiency.
Group Chief Operating Officer, Ismail Mokhtar, commented: “With the migration to Temenos, we now operate on a modern, scalable platform that enhances agility, enables innovation, and supports an enhanced customer experience. This initial implementation for ila Bank was a crucial step in our “One Bank” ambition. Our focus now is on wholesale banking, maximizing value and simplifying processes through increased automation and accelerated digital journeys, enabling faster product deployment across markets.”
Building on its growth momentum, Bank ABC has delivered a resilient performance in Q1 2026, against a highly challenging operating environment, reflecting its disciplined ex*****on and strategic focus.
As we move forward, we remain steadfast in strengthening our digital capabilities, enhancing client engagement, and driving sustainable growth across our key markets.
Read more on the Q1 2026 performance in our investor highlights https://bankabc.io/ABCIH
14/05/2026
Bank ABC hosted its Q1 2026 Earnings Investors Call today, offering a deep dive into our resilient financial performance and key achievements amid a volatile quarter.
Acting Group CEO Brendon Hopkins and Acting Group CFO Suresh Padmanabhan highlighted the improving underlying revenues and business momentum, driven by our diversified franchise. Another key theme was the Bank's effective business continuity planning during the regional crisis conditions, prioritizing our people’s safety and wellbeing while maintaining uninterrupted business services for clients.
Key updates also highlighted recent news releases on the affirmation of the Bank’s rating of BBB- and Stable outlook by Fitch Ratings and the appointment of a new Group CEO Paul Jennings, a seasoned banker with over 40 years’ experience in senior leadership roles, effecitve 5 August. Mr. Hopkins will then conclude his interim role as Acting Group CEO, while remaining in an advisory capacity to assist with a smooth leadership transition.
With its effective crisis management approach and strong balance sheet fundamentals, the Bank is well-placed to navigate the challenges ahead through the remainder of 2026.
14/05/2026
Staying relevant in a rapidly evolving world requires more than keeping up, it demands the ability to leap ahead, adapt, and reimagine what’s possible. Concepts like “leapfrogging” and “bouncing forward” challenge individuals and organisations to think beyond incremental progress and embrace transformation.
These ideas are explored by entrepreneur, social innovator, and author Maher Kaddoura, who joins Bank ABC’s Group Chief Digitisation Officer Dr. Yousif Almas in an insightful and forward-looking conversation. Together, they discuss how agility, innovation, and purposeful thinking can help shape a more resilient future.
Watch this episode of The Leap, Bank ABC’s podcast bankabc.io/leapep2
The Leap with Bank ABC is available on:
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Apple Podcasts bankabc.io/ApplePod
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ABC Tower, Diplomatic Area
Manama
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Opening Hours
| Monday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:00 - 16:00 |
| Sunday | 08:00 - 16:00 |