KFH-Bahrain Announces its Participation as ‘Platinum Sponsor’ in “The Market 2.0"

Kuwait Finance House – Bahrain (KFH-Bahrain) has announced its Platinum Sponsorship participation of “The Market 2.0: Bahrain 2026” conference hosted by Bahrain Bourse, in collaboration with the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM). The conference will take place on 3rd December 2026 in the Kingdom of Bahrain under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister.

Held under the theme “Markets in Motion: Powering the Next Era of Trading,” the conference will serve as a leading regional platform to explore the future of capital markets and the rapidly evolving trading ecosystem. The event is expected to attract more than 500 participants, including representatives from regional and international stock exchanges, regulatory authorities, brokerage firms, listed companies, institutional investors, and technology providers.

The conference agenda will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and strategic conversations addressing major trends in capital markets. Key topics will focus on the modernization of trading platforms, evolving execution strategies, enhanced liquidity access, advancements in market surveillance, and developments in post-trade operations. Discussions will also examine the expanding role of automation, artificial intelligence, and real-time market infrastructure in driving operational resilience, market efficiency, transparency, and long-term sustainability.

Commenting on the sponsorship, Dr. Shadi Zahran, Group Chief Executive Officer – KFH Bahrain said: “Our Platinum sponsorship of "The Market 2.0: Bahrain 2026" reflects the bank's commitment to supporting high-impact initiatives that contribute to the development of capital markets and foster constructive dialogue among key stakeholders across the financial sector, in line with the rapid transformations shaping the global financial industry. We believe that closer collaboration between financial institutions and regulatory authorities, coupled with the adoption of international best practices and emerging technologies, is fundamental to building more efficient, resilient, and sustainable markets. Through our support of this conference, we reaffirm our commitment to advancing the financial ecosystem and strengthening Bahrain's position as a leading regional financial hub, while supporting sustainable economic growth and creating broader opportunities for collaboration and innovation across the financial sector”

Shaikh Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, commented: “The support of KFH-Bahrain as a Platinum Sponsor reinforces the significance of ‘The Market 2.0: Bahrain 2026’ as a leading platform for shaping the future of financial markets. KFH-Bahrain’s support underscores a shared commitment to advancing the future of capital markets, fostering innovation, and driving the transformation of the financial sector in line with the rapidly evolving global investment landscape. The conference will provide a platform for market leaders to explore emerging trends, technological advancements and strategies that enhance market efficiency, liquidity and investor engagement. Through the support of leading institutions such as KFH-Bahrain, we are helping drive meaningful dialogue and actionable solutions that will strengthen Bahrain’s position as a regional and global financial hub.”

Dr. Fadi Kanso, Secretary General of the Arab Federation of Capital Markets (AFCM), commented: “We are pleased to welcome KFH-Bahrain as a Platinum Sponsor of "The Market 2.0: Bahrain 2026". Its support demonstrates a strong commitment to innovation, digital transformation and the advancement of the region’s financial markets. By bringing together exchanges, regulators, financial institutions, fintech companies and technology providers, the Market 2.0 will create an important space for practical dialogue, knowledge exchange and collaboration. With the support of our sponsors, we aim to deliver an impactful event that generates new ideas, builds valuable partnerships and contributes to more connected, efficient and future-ready capital markets.”