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ISSUE 20 JUNE 2019 PERIODICAL PUBLICATION ISSUED BY BOURSE RECOGNIZED AS THE FIRST SEMI-GOVERNMENT ENTITY TO RECEIVE 3RD LEVEL (OUTSTANDING) IN INFORMATION SECURITY FORUM ‘THIQA’ HIGHLIGHTS - Bahrain Clear Joins Benefit’s EFTS System Page 3

Bahrain Bourse Implements Smaller Tick Size Framework Page 3

Bahrain Bourse & Bahrain Bourse was recognized as eGovernment Authority (iGA), by senior officials from public MEIRA Establish a the first semi-government entity held under the patronage of H.E. and private sectors along with Bahrain Chapter to to receive the ‘Thiqa’ award Level Minister of Interior General Shaikh more than 100 information Further Advance 3 during the Information Security Rashid bin Abdullah AlKhalifa security specialists from Forum ‘Thiqa’ (Trust) 2019 at the Public Security Officers government entities. Investor Relations organized by the Information & Club. The ceremony was attended (Continued on Page 2) Landscape in the Kingdom of Bahrain BAHRAIN BOURSE PARTICIPATES IN THE FINANCIAL SECTOR CONFERENCE HELD IN RIYADH Page 5

Bahrain Bourse Honors Top Finalists for 2018-2019 TradeQuest Program with A Total of BD 30,000 Cash Rewards Page 6

Bahrain Bourse announced its par- conference was held in Riyadh, and was attended by key decision Bahrain Bourse and ticipation in the first edition of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia on makers and executives representing Financial Sector Conference, which April 24-25, 2019 under the the financial sector locally, Bahrain Clear Hold is part of the Financial Sector patronage of the Custodian of regionally, and internationally. Ramadhan Ghabga Development Program (a program the Two Holy Mosques King (Continued on page 2) Page 10 of Saudi Vision 2030). The Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Bahrain Bourse | P.O. Box: 3203 Manama - Kingdom of Bahrain | Phone: +973 17261260 | Fax: +973 17256362 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com BAHRAIN BOURSE RECOGNIZED AS THE FIRST SEMI-GOVERNMENT ENTITY TO RECEIVE 3RD LEVEL (OUTSTANDING) IN INFORMATION SECURITY FORUM ‘THIQA’ (CONTINUED)

This high-level award comes in included an application phase for ‘Thiqa’ (Trust) as part of its effective appreciation and support from recognition of Bahrain Bourse’s operations and self-evaluation, approach and commitment to the the Information & eGovernment excellence in protecting its IT followed by an audit by the implementation of the international Authority (iGA) for the Bourse’s infrastructure after successfully Information & eGovernment standards and best practices of efforts in developing and enhancing completing the third level of Authority (iGA) to ensure information security. The Bourse the Bourse’s information security the ‘Thiqa’ (Trust) IT Security compliance. On this occasion, adopts a solid technical framework infrastructure, which reflects Program, which aims to enhance Shaikh Khalifa Bin Ebrahim that meets the highest information positively on the capital market awareness of the information Al Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer security standards, as e-security is sector.” Sh. Khalifa added. security and the practices of the of Bahrain Bourse, commented: considered one of the key pillars government entities in the King- “Bahrain Bourse was keen to join of the capital markets globally. dom. The program requirements the Information Security program “This achievement comes as an

BAHRAIN BOURSE PARTICIPATES IN THE FINANCIAL SECTOR CONFERENCE HELD IN RIYADH (CONTINUED)

The conference aims to enhance growth, developing an advanced sector capacity building, financial the international institutions, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s financial market, and enabling technology (FinTech), the financial leading globally-recognized financial sector within Saudi the financial planning in all sector competitiveness, Islamic consultancy and Vision 2030 programs, especially segments of the society. The finance, real estate finance, and firms, International rating agencies, the initiatives of Financial Sector conference hosted more than 80 the challenges and opportunities financial professionals and Development Program, in speakers, 21 panel discussions, in the insurance market. The experts in investment, stock mar- accordance with its three pillars: and more than 2000 attendees. conference featured diverse kets, funding, and insurance as well. enabling financial institutions The conference highlighted representation from the public to support the private sector’s key themes, including financial and private sectors, including 2 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com BAHRAIN CLEAR JOINS BENEFIT’S EFTS SYSTEM

Bahrain Clear (‘BHC’), a fully AlJanahi. The agreement allows November 1997 by 17 commercial Clear was established in June owned subsidiary of Bahrain investors, brokers, custodians and as the National ATM and 2017 as a clearing house licensed Bourse signed a cooperation issuers to pay fees and commissions Point of Sale switch of Bahrain. by Central of Bahrain. agreement with “BENEFIT”, the of all services provided by It was initially licensed by the Bahrain Clear is a fully owned leading electronic transactions Bahrain Clear, smoothly and in Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB) subsidiary of Bahrain Bourse with company, under which Bahrain a secure manner. The service will to be ‘the provider of ancillary a disclosed capital of 5 million Clear will join the Electronic be available to the public through services for the financial sector. It Dinars, and a paid up capital of Fund Transfer System (EFTS). Fawateer’s service on all e-banking specialises in the development of 1 million Dinars. Bahrain Clear The agreement was signed by platforms. Throughoutinnovative e-payment solutions, offers pre and post trade services Vice Chairman and Managing the agreement, BENEFIT and provision and management to investors as well as a range of Director of Bahrain Clear Sh. seeks to provide ancillary of multiple electronic channels services including transactions Khalifa bin Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, and services for the financial sector for payment and settlement depository, clearing, settlement, BENEFIT’s Chief Executive in the Kingdom of Bahrain. of dues, bills and transfers. central registry and registration. Officer (CEO), Abdulwahed BENEFIT was established in It is worth noting that Bahrain

BAHRAIN BOURSE IMPLEMENTS SMALLER TICK SIZE FRAMEWORK aims to unify all categories of Abdulla Janahi- Director of securities) traded on Bahrain listed financial instruments Trading Operations stated, “The Bourse will be determined with (excluding Debt and T-bill new tick size which came into a greater precision. This would securities) at BD 0.001 & USD 0.001. effect on the 19th of May 2019 help narrow market spreads (the The new tick size framework will allow the unification of the difference between the ask price has been designed to mitigate security tick size movements and the bid price) and ensure a investors risk in the event of price for all the securities traded in more precise market valuation of drops and limit excessive disruption BHB’s market (excluding Debt the instruments. The change will be to the market. The new tick size and T-bill securities). The change particularly relevant for companies aims to revitalize companies with of the tick size follows best with lower market capitalization, In accordance to the best lower market capitalization and practice on international trading for which a price change by BD international standards & glob- help incentivize investors due to venues and aligns our market 0.001 (or US$ 0.001 for compa- al practice, and as part of its ef- narrower market spreads. Investors with those standards to ensure nies traded in USD) represents a forts to enhance market liquidity, will also be able to place orders its continued competitiveness.” major percentage change in value. Bahrain Bourse announced the with smaller fractions, which will With the change of the tick size, implementation of a new enable investors to mitigate risks. prices of financial instruments tick size framework which Commenting on this occasion, (excluding Debt and T-bill

3 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com NBB LAUNCHES CUTTING EDGE ONLINE TRADING PLATFORM WITH AL WATANI TRADE

National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) Financial Services in line with grid watchlists to keep track of Trade’ platform falls under the announced the expansion of its NBB’s broader efforts to drive favourite stocks, View buying ‘Bahrain Trade’ network; one of the digital offering with the launch digital innovation across the Bank power information with just a most recent initiatives that aims of its latest innovation, Al Watani and to create online products click, Consolidated portfolio to enhance investors experience TRADE, a new and cutting edge and services that make banking review and evaluation, Historical at Bahrain Bourse. AlWatani online trading platform that allows and managing wealth transactions record, Investment Trade is jointly being operated clients to trade equities and other more simple, secure and analysis tools and resources, with ‘Mubasher’ financial services securities directly on Bahrain convenient for its customers. Real-time market notifications for company, a licensed broker on Bourse using a smart devices. Al Watani TRADE offers potential investment opportunities, Bahrain Bourse and the Middle Al Watani TRADE was inaugurated minimum upfront investment Major Global Market Summary East Region’s leading brokerage at Bahrain Bourse trading floor costs and a more efficient and to help monitor price movement services provider. The solution has during open of trade. The ceremony simplified way for customers to and keep track of the key market been designed to provide investors was attended by NBB management access the market from wherever indices, commodities and with high-tech and safety for and staff to launch the service, they are. Among Al Watani currencies and Trading alerts and execution of transactions as well which has been developed in TRADE’s key features are: notifications via SMS and email. as convenience and ease of use. collaboration with Mubasher Customised stock alerts and smart It is noteworthy that the ‘AlWatani ITHMAAR HOLDING SILVER SPONSOR OF BAHRAIN BOURSE’S 2nd EDITION OF THE “SMART INVESTOR” PROGRAM

Bahrain Bourse has announced a national awareness program sponsorship, Sh. Khalifa bin representatives from both orga- Ithmaar Holding, a Bahrain-based organized in collaboration with Ebrahim Al-Khalifa, Chief nizations. During the 2018/2019 Islamic financial institution, as a INJAZ Bahrain, and aims at Executive Officer of Bahrain academic year, the Smart Investor Silver Sponsor for the “Smart promoting financial and investment Bourse, received Mr. Ahmed program was rolled out Investor” Program in its 2nd edition literacy among elementary Abdul Rahim, Chief Execu- to 61 schools, targeting for the academic year 2019/2020. school students in Bahrain. tive Officer of Ithmaar Holding over 5,200 students across The Smart Investor program is To formally announce the with the attendance of senior Grade 4 elementary level. 4 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com BAHRAIN BOURSE & MEIRA ESTABLISH A BAHRAIN CHAPTER TO FURTHER ADVANCE INVESTOR RELATIONS LANDSCAPE IN THE KINGDOM OF BAHRAIN

Bahrain Bourse and the Middle members include Aluminium represented by MEIRA Bahrain the development of international East Investor Relations Association Bahrain (‘ALBA’) (represented Chapter Head, Marwa AlMaskati. standards in IR and corporate (MEIRA) has officially launched by Eline Hilal), Bank ABC (rep- The signing ceremony took place governance across the Kingdom. a new chapter in Bahrain, to resented by Brendon Hopkins), at Bahrain Bourse premises and Members of the MEIRA Bahrain further develop and enhance best Bahrain Telecommunications it was followed by an IR seminar Chapter will now have access to practices in Investor Relations (IR) Company (‘Batelco’) attended by more than 30 a wealth of IR knowledge from across the Kingdom of Bahrain. (represented by Faisal Qamhiyah), representatives from local listed global leaders in the profession in The MEIRA Bahrain Chapter Ithmaar Holding (represented by companies who had the opportunity the form of specific educational was formally inaugurated Sameh Mohamed Mahmandar), to discuss the importance of the initiatives and will be able to yesterday at the signing ceremony National Bank of Bahrain IR function from the investment benefit from engaging local of founding members who have (represented by Russell Bennett), community perspective. This events aimed at uniting and recognised their commitment and SICO BSC (c) (represented initiative is part of the MOU advancing the IR community. to develop the IR function in by Fadhel Makhlooq). Bahrain signed between MEIRA and the local market. The founding Bourse will also lead the Chapter Bahrain Bourse in order support for CERTIFIED INVESTOR RELATIONS PROGRAM ROLLED-OUT UNDER THE INVESTMENT ACADEMY UMBRELLA discuss the importance of Banking and Finance (BIBF) of the CIRO certification in the Kingdom of Bahrain. A within their line of work. three-day intensive training The CIRO program aims to course of a total of 20 hours, is offer professional talent a unique followed by a 60-minute exam. opportunity to acquire The Certificate in Investor certification within IR, which is Relations is regarded as a valuable increasingly becoming an important benchmark for IR professions. function within listed companies. Obtaining the Certificate in The CIRO program will be IR would enable delegates to fully supported by Tamkeen obtain international recognition as (Labour Fund) under their a qualified IR practitioner, demon- Middle East Investor Relations program has been launched Training & Wage Support program. strates expertise and competence Association (“MEIRA”) and the as a joint initiative between The CIRO program is an interna- in IR field, and enhances Bahrain Institute of Banking & Bahrain Bourse (BHB), tionally recognised certification career development within IR. Finance (“BIBF”) in the presence MEIRA, and the BIBF. program for the investor relations The program focuses on six key of MEIRA Bahrain Chapter Head, The signing ceremony took place profession. In the Middle East, the topics: principles & practices signed an agreement to roll-out at Bahrain Bourse premises and program is organised by the Middle of investor relations, global the Certified Investors Relations it was followed by a seminar East Investor Relations Association financial markets, companies & Program (‘CIRO’) in the Kingdom attended by representatives (MEIRA), in partnership with regulation,regulatory environment, of Bahrain under the Investment from local listed companies the UK IR Society (UKIRS) and accounting, valuation & investment Academy umbrella. The CIRO who had the opportunity to delivered by the Bahrain Institute principles, effective IR in practice. 5 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com BAHRAIN BOURSE HONORS TOP FINALISTS FOR 2018-2019 TRADEQUEST PROGRAM WITH A TOTAL OF BD 30,000 CASH REWARDS

Under the patronage of H.E. The top three winners from bdul Rahman Kanoo International BIBF, Royal University for Women, Zayed bin Rashid Alzayani, the the Private schools category School, Bahrain School, Al-Hekma and the University of Bahrain. Minister of Industry, Commerce, were as follows, 1st Place – Ibn International School, Ibn Khuldoon This year, Bahrain Bourse is & Tourism and the Minister in Khuldoon National School, 2nd National School, Naseem particularly thankful to the Charge of Bahrain Bourse and Place – Al Noor Internation- International School, New network of sponsors whom have in the presence of H.E. Rasheed al School, and 3rd Place – St. Millennium School, Al Noor sponsored TradeQuest program Mohammed Al-Maraj, the CBB Christopher’s School. The top International School, St. in the interest of enhancing Governor, the final TradeQuest three winners from the Govern- Christopher’s School, and Al investment awareness among Awards Ceremony was held on ment schools category were as fol- Wisam School, and the high school and university stu- Sunday, 21st April 2019 where lows: 1st Place – Khawla Secondary Government Schools are: Ahmed dents: Strategic Partner: Tamkeen high school & university students Girls School, 2nd Place – AlNoor Al Omran Secondary Boys (Labour Fund), Platinum sponsors taking part in the TradeQuest Secondary Girls School, and 3rd School, Al-Istiqlal Secondary include: Bank ABC, Bahrain Program, organized by Bahrain Place – Jidhafs Secondary Girls Girls School, Jidhafs Secondary Mumtalakat Holding Compa- Bourse, were honored at the School. The top three winners from Girls School, Khawla Secondary ny (Mumtalakat), Economic ceremony with top finalists receiv- the Universities category were as Girls Schools, Al Noor Secondary Development Board, Khaleeji ing a total of BD 30,000 cash reward. follows: 1st place – Ahlia University, Girls School, Saar Secondary , National The ceremony was attended by 2nd Place - BIBF, and 3rd Place – Girls School, Shaikh Isa bin Ali Bank of Bahrain, Al Salam Bank students and their respective Royal University for Women. Secondary Boys School, Sitra Bahrain. Gold Sponsors include: families, senior representatives The 2018-2019 TradeQuest Secondary Girls School, and Al , Inovest, SICO from sponsoring organizations, program includes a total of 18 Ta’awon Secondary Boys School. and United Gulf Bank. Silver Spon- and other senior officials from the school teams (including Private The participating universities sors include: BBK, Esterad, and Ministry of Education, as well as and Government Schools) and 6 are: Ahlia University, Arab Open Gulf International Bank (GIB), the officials of Bahrain Bourse. universities; private schools are: University, Bahrain Polytechnic, and our Knowledge Partner: BIBF.

6 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com BAHRAIN BOURSE HOLDS 2018-2019 SMART INVESTOR FINAL EVENT

The 2018-2019 Smart Investor introduced to various concepts the following concepts: Thinking, Education for the support Program, organized by Bahrain related to the content covered Specifying, Planning, extended to ensure the successful Bourse in collaboration with during the past six months, with Execution, Saving, Progression, and implementation of the Smart INJAZ Bahrain, was concluded the aim of ensuring and reinforcing Evaluation. Participating students Investor program as well as the with a visit of 150 students from the understanding of students receive a magazine which includes following institutions who have 61 participating schools who to the concepts learned. Various comics and hands-on exercises on sponsored the ‘Smart Investor’ participated in the program to activities focusing on the the abovementioned concepts. program for the academic year Bahrain Bourse’s premises with importance of money and During the 2018-2019 academic 2018-2019 in the aim of spreading the attendance of the Chief saving, critical thinking, analysing year, the Smart Investor program financial knowledge across Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, and specifying, emotional has been implemented across the youth: Strategic sponsors Assistant Undersecretary for intelligence, empathy, 76 schools, 212 classes, with the include: Labour Fund (Tamkeen). General & Technical Education and collaboration. It is worth to support extended form 212 Gold Sponsors include: GPIC. at the Ministry of Education mention that the Smart Investor educators targeting more Silver sponsors include: Bahrain Mrs. Latifa Bunudha along Program was officially launched than 5500 students within Islamic Bank, BBK, , with officials from INJAZ in September 2018. The Program Grade 4 elementary level. and National Bank of Bahrain. Bahrain and school coordinators. consists of 7 themed sessions Bahrain Bourse is particularly During the event, students were designed to equip students with thankful to the Ministry of

7 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com TAMKEEN STRATEGIC PARTNER OF BAHRAIN BOURSE’S 2nd EDITION OF THE “SMART INVESTOR” PROGRAM The Program consists of seven-themed sessions designed to equip students with the following concepts: Thinking, Specifying, Planning, Execution, Saving, Progression, and Evaluation. The program’s next edition is expected to kick-off during the academic year 2019-2020 with planned activities targeting the public scheduled for the summer period. Bahrain Bourse has announced with INJAZ Bahrain, and aims elementary students. The program During the 2018-2019 academic Tamkeen (Labour Fund), as a at promoting financial and aims at equipping young students year, the Smart Investor program Strategic Partner for the “Smart investment literacy among elemen- with basic concepts related to has been implemented across Investor” Program in its 2nd tary school students in Bahrain. money management, savings and 76 schools, 212 classes, with the edition for the academic year The Smart Investor program is smart financial planning through support extended from educators 2019-2020. The Smart Investor a national awareness program interactive edutainment activities and volunteers targeting more program is a national awareness launched in 2018 in collaboration in order to assist them in than 5500 students within program organized in collaboration with INJAZ Bahrain targeting making sound financial decisions. Grade 4 elementary level. BAHRAIN BOURSE LISTS 10 TREASURY BILL ISSUES AND SHORT-TERM ISLAMIC LEASE (IJARAH) SUKUK WORTH BD563 MILLION

Bahrain Bourse (BHB) announced of BD563 million, issued by the With the listing of those issues, Bourse became 24 issues with on Tuesday, 21st of May 2019 the Central Bank of Bahrain with the total number of Treasury Bills a total value of BD1.47 billion. listing of 10 issues in the Trea- discount rates ranging between and Short-Term Islamic Lease sury Bills Market worth a total 3.18% and 4.39% for 3-12 months. (Ijarah) Sukuk listed at Bahrain 8 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com SIX MONTHS MARKET STATISTICS 2019 1,480.00 1,471.04

1,460.00 1,433.52 1,440.00 1,433.92 1,413.32 1,420.00 1,412.66 1,391.42 1,400.00

1,380.00

1,360.00

1,340.00 01-01-2019 01-02-2019 01-03-2019 01-04-2019 01-05-2019 01-06-2019

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GUeSTS

Students of the University of Bahrain

Students of the Eastern School ACTIVITIES

Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear Hold Ramadhan Ghabga Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear held their Ramadhan Ghabga at Wyndham Grand Manama. The event was attended by Mr. Abdulkareem Bucheery, Chairman of Bahrain Bourse, Shaikh Khalifa Bin Ebrahim Al Khalifa, Chief Executive Officer of Bahrain Bourse, along with Board Members and executive management of Bahrain Bourse, and a number of CEOs from the listed companies as well as representatives from the press and media.

The event provided the opportunity for guests to meet and socialize with Bahrain Bourse’s management, while enjoying delicious Arabic dishes and Ramadhan specialties

Shaikh Khalifa expressed his gratitude and appreciation to all the media guests for all their efforts in communicating Bourse’s messages to the society.

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ACTIVITIES Bahrain Bourse Participates in the 3rd Procurement 2019 Conference Bahrain Bourse team participated in the Procurement Middle East 2019 conference in its third annual edition held under the Patronage of H.E. Eng. Basim bin Yacob AlHamer, Minister of Housing which was held on 23 – 25 April 2019 in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Bahrain Bourse holds a Session for Beneficiaries of the National Guidance Program for Bahraini Women The Supreme Council of Women and Bahrain Bourse organized a session targeting female beneficiaries of the early retirement pension program on 5th May 2019 as part of the National Guidance Program for Bahraini Women, with the aim of introducing the beneficiaries to the various investment opportunities available at the Bourse and the fundamentals of investment. Bahrain Bourse organizes those sessions on a periodical basis to enhance investment awareness targeting various age groups within the society.

Bahrain Bourse Participates in the Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2019 Bahrain Bourse participated in the Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2019 with a session discussing Access to Growth Market: A Look at the Bahrain Investment Market.

It is worth mentioning that the Global Entrepreneurship Congress gathers together thousands of entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, policymakers and other startup champions from more than 170 countries to identify new ways of helping founders start and scale new ventures around the world.

Bahrain Bourse Holds its Semi-Annual Brokers Meeting As part of its continuous efforts to enhance stakeholder engagement, Bahrain Bourse held its 3rd semi-annual brokers meeting for its broker members on Tuesday, the 25th of June 2019 which was held at the Bourse’s premises in the Bahrain Financial Harbour.

During the meeting, brokers were updated on key developments taking place at Bahrain Bourse including the newly proposed opening investor account process and the implementation of VAT on Bahrain Bourse’s services, commencing on the 1st of July 2019. Brokers’ feedback was also obtained on the new tick size framework implemented in May 2019.

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ACTIVITIES Bahrain Bourse Team Attends ‘CIRO’ Training by MEIRA in Abu Dhabi Bahrain Bourse team attended a ‘Certified Investor Relations Officer’ training organized by Middle East Investor Relations Association (MEIRA).

The training was held in Abu Dhabi, The United Arab Emirates from 25th to 27th June 2019. Bahrain Clear Team Attends ‘ANNA’ General Meeting in Frankfurt Bahrain Clear Head of Central Depository Mr. Mustafa Mahdi Mohammed attended the National Association of Numbering Agency (ANNA) General Meeting held in Frankfurt.

ANNA is a global industry association of National Numbering Agencies (NNAs) with more than 120 members across the globe. BHB Family Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear Hold Employees Ghabga Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear hosted a Ramadan Ghabga gathering for the staff at Art Rotana Hotel on Tuesday, 14th May 2019. The event brought together staff and family members of Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear in an atmosphere of Ramadan celebration and traditional setting. The event included games and raffles to which the winners were awarded.

Long Service Employees Honored Bahrain Bourse & Bahrain Clear honored its long service employees on Tuesday 14th May 2019 where awards were presented to the honored employees. During the ceremony, Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear employees who have completed from five to twenty years of service were recognized for their achievements and years of dedication.

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BHB Family Eid Al Fitr Celebrated In celebration of Eid Al Fitr, and with the aim of enhancing employees engagement and social bonds, Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear organized a breakfast gathering for the employees held at Bahrain Bourse premises in the Financial Harbour.

Bahrain Bourse Bids Farewell to its Risk Management Assistant Bahrain Bourse honored its departing Risk Management Assistant, Mr. Ahmed Omar Alsharif during a farewell gathering.

Bahrain Bourse management thanked Mr. Ahmed Omar Alsharif for his efforts during the past years and wished him many continued successes in his career.

Bahrain Bourse Bids Farewell to its Marketing Senior Administrator Bahrain Bourse organized a farewell gathering to honor its departing Senior Administrator of Marketing & Business Development, Mrs. Maha Ebrahim attended by Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear staff and management.

Bahrain Bourse thanked Mrs. Maha Ebrahim for her efforts during her years of service and wished her many continued successes in her life.

Bahrain Bourse Bids Farewell to its Strategy and Projects Senior Administrator Bahrain Bourse organized a farewell gathering to honor Mr. Yaqoob Yusuf Albalooshi, the Senior Administrator of Strategy & Projects at Bahrain Bourse.

Mr.Yaqoob Albalooshi expressed his gratitude to Bahrain Bourse and wished the Bourse continued success and prosperity.

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BHB Family Promotions Abeer Mahmood Seyam Cecil Paul Cherppanath Supervisor of Enterprise Systems Facility Management Supervisor

Faisal Ahmed Saleh Hajar Ahmed Sultan Head of Market Control Compliance Supervisor

Hamad Abdulaziz Najem Aljeemaz Hamad Abulfath Hassan Head of Internal Audit Director of Administration Affairs & HR

Hiba Parweez Sarwani Husain Abdulmohsen Aljamri Assistant Director of Strategy Assistant Director of Information and Projects Technology

Maali Husain Talib Manal Mohamed Yusuf Supervisor of Clearing & Settlement Head of IT Development

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BHB Family Promotions Meead Husain Hasan Salman Nabeel Alzayani Supervisor of Chief Executive Head of Administration Affairs & HR Officer`s Office

Sarah Waleed Ahmadi Head of Legal Affairs

BHB Family

New Joiners Elyas Yusuf Baqer Faisal Jamal Taqi Senior Administrator of Marketing Disclosure Specialist & Business Development

Razan Khaled Mahmood Zainab Ebrahim Mohamed Administration Affairs & HR Senior Compliance Assistant Administrator

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BHB Family Happy Occassions Engagements • Hajar Yaqoob Ishaq, Receptionist, HR & Administration Affairs interactive VIDEOS

TradeQuest & Smart Investor Appreciation TradeQuest Final Ceremony 2018-2019 Luncheon

BTV’s coverage to the TradeQuest Final TradeQuest 2018-2019 Highlights Ceremony 2018-2019

Bahrain Bourse CEO’s Interview with Sky News BTV’s Interview with the Head of Information Arabia Security at Bahrain Bourse

Smart Investor 2018-2019 Final Event Bahrain Bourse’s CEO interview during the Financial Sector Conference 16 Issue 20 - JUNE 2019 www.bahrainbourse.com

interactive VIDEOS

MEIRA Bahrain Chapter Kick-off CEO’s Interview with CNBC Arabia on tick size

Investor Personal Details Your choices… drive success...

CEO’s Interview with BTV during the Ramadan Bahrain Bourse and Bahrain Clear Ramadan Ghabga Ghabga

Bahrain Bourse CEO’s interview with CNBC Arabia on Bahrain Trade

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