Boursa Kuwait has suspended trading sessions effective March 1, 2026, until further notice, as a precautionary measure to safeguard market integrity and investor interests amid current security developments in the country.
The decision was taken in full coordination with the Capital Markets Authority and relevant state authorities, prioritizing public safety standards and the stability of the financial system.
The exchange confirmed that the temporary suspension is intended to protect investors and ensure orderly market conditions, stressing that all technical systems and databases remain fully operational and unaffected.
The company stated that investors’ funds and financial positions remain fully secured in accordance with applicable regulatory frameworks. Technical and operational emergency teams are operating under established business continuity plans to ensure maximum readiness to resume trading once conditions stabilize and official directives are issued.
Boursa Kuwait asserted its commitment to transparency and ongoing communication, urging stakeholders to rely on its official website and verified social media channels for timely updates.
The exchange also expressed confidence in the resilience of Kuwait’s economy and state institutions, underscoring its commitment to market stability and investor confidence.
Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi Chairman – Boursa Kuwait
The decision to suspend trading effective tomorrow is a precautionary and responsible measure taken in full coordination with the Capital Markets Authority and the relevant state authorities to ensure the protection of investors’ interests and to uphold the principle of market fairness under these exceptional circumstances. We want to reassure the local and international investment community that Boursa Kuwait’s technical and operational infrastructure enjoys the highest levels of resilience and fortification and has not been affected by the ongoing events. Our business continuity plans are operating at full efficiency to safeguard data and financial assets, reflecting the maturity of Kuwait’s capital market infrastructure and its ability to manage crises with a high degree of professionalism.”
Al Kharafi reaffirmed that the exchange stands ready to resume operations once official directives are issued, underscoring its continued commitment to its role as a key pillar of the national economy. He also expressed prayers for the Almighty to safeguard Kuwait, its leadership, government and people, and to preserve the nation’s security and stability.
