Al Salam Bank reports a **20.4% net profit increase** for the first nine months of 2026, driven by sustainable earnings and a strong liquidity position. The bank highlights a growing capital base as key to its financial performance. Results cover the period ending **September 30, 2026**, with operations listed on the Bahrain Bourse and Dubai Financial Market.
Al Salam Bank’s net profit increases by 20.4% to **$186.3 million** (BHD 70.1 million) over nine months. The growth follows a prior nine-month profit of **$154.8 million** (BHD 58.2 million). The bank’s statement highlights sustained financial performance amid regional market conditions.
Al Salam Bank implements JP Morgan’s overnight Murabaha liquidity solution to streamline treasury operations. The partnership introduces an Islamic finance-compliant tool for managing short-term funding needs. This aligns with Sharia principles while enhancing liquidity efficiency for the bank.
Bahrain’s Al Salam provides a $50 million financing facility to ICD to support sharia-compliant private sector lending. The move aims to broaden access to compliant financial solutions for businesses in Bahrain. The funding aligns with the growing demand for Islamic finance alternatives in the region.
