BAHRAIN Bourse (BHB) marked ‘Bahrain Capital Market Day 2026’ with an official market open ceremony at the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), aiming to boost international investor engagement and showcase the kingdom’s financial ecosystem.
The event, attended by a high-level delegation led by Bahrain Bourse chairman Yusef Al Yusef alongside global investment leaders, served as the launchpad for BHB’s new 2026–2028 capital market development roadmap, dubbed the ‘Elevate’ strategy.
The new strategy focuses on upgrading market infrastructure, diversifying investment products, increasing market participation, and aligning with the economic objectives of Bahrain Vision 2030.
Addressing the gathering following welcome remarks from LSEG Group head of sales for EMEA data and analytics Ivo Dekkers, Mr Al Yusef emphasised the kingdom’s commitment to enhancing market competitiveness and accessibility.
“Bahrain’s Capital Market Day at LSEG showcases our commitment to deepening our capital markets and strengthening connections with global investors,” Mr Al Yusef said. “This initiative underscores our strategic focus on enhancing market infrastructure, supporting economic transformation plans, and advancing the objectives of the ‘Elevate’ plan.”
The event also featured specialised workshops for participating team members to explore potential areas of international collaboration. Discussions on the sidelines focused on cutting-edge financial technology, specifically targeting artificial intelligence (AI) execution, asset tokenisation, and the development of private markets.
The London roadshow forms part of Bahrain Bourse’s broader efforts to promote local investment opportunities and solidify the kingdom’s position as a leading regional financial hub.
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