GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

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Ticker/ISIN
GFH
BH000A0CAQK6
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

Country of Origin: Kingdom of Bahrain

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. has been establishment in 1999 in the Kingdom of Bahrain as an Islamic Wholesale Bank licensed by Central Bank of Bahrain. GFH is a well renowned financial group in the GCC region, with a diversified offering and pioneering track record in Investment Management;  Commercial Banking; and Treasury & Proprietary Investments across the GCC, with strategic investment in the US, Europe and UK. Headquartered in Bahrain, GFH’s innovative approach to Islamic investment banking services has been recognized internationally for over a decade. GFH is listed on four stock exchanges in the GCC, including the Bahrain Bourse, Boursa Kuwait, Dubai Financial Market (DFM) and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX).

Latest Pressrelease Summaries from GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced that its Board of Directors held a meeting on Tuesday, 14th May 2024, at 2:00 pm Bahrain time. During the meeting, they discussed and approved the financial results for the first quarter of 2024, ending on 31st March 2024, along with other internal matters. The financial results for the first quarter of 2024 are attached. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced that following unusual trading activity of its shares in Boursa Kuwait on May 13, 2025, there is no additional undisclosed material information beyond what has already been shared by the group. This statement aligns with the guidelines of Boursa Kuwait and the Capital Markets Authority's regulations. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced that it has purchased 514,800 of its own treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 207,907,618 (5.42% of the total issued shares) to 208,422,418 (5.44% of the total issued shares) as of May 13, 2025. The decision to purchase these shares was made by the company's board of directors on March 24, 2024, and was approved by the relevant authority on February 16, 2025. The purchase was completed on May 13, 2025, with an average price of 0.2994 USD per share. The shares purchased represent 0.013% of the issued capital, and there are 174,836,965 shares remaining for potential purchase. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group announced the purchase of 315,000 treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 207,592,618 to 207,907,618, which still represents 5.42% of the total issued shares as of May 12, 2025. The board of directors made the decision on March 24, 2024, with regulatory approval given on February 16, 2025. The average purchase price was 0.2938 USD per share, and the shares purchased represent 0.008% of the issued capital. There are 175,351,765 shares remaining available for purchase. The announcement was signed by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the purchase of 500,000 treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 207,092,618 (5.40% of total issued shares) to 207,592,618 (5.42% of total issued shares) as of May 9, 2025. The decision to purchase was made by the board of directors on March 24, 2024, and was approved by the relevant authority on February 16, 2025. The average purchase price was USD 0.2983 per share. There are 175,666,765 shares remaining available for purchase. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. has announced a webcast for its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, covering the period ending on March 31, 2025. The webcast is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at 1:00 pm Bahrain time. Shareholders and investors are invited to participate. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and Anti-Money Laundering, and includes a registration link for the webcast.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the purchase of 235,515 treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 206,857,103 to 207,092,618, which still represents 5.40% of the total issued shares as of May 8, 2025. The decision to purchase was made during a board meeting on March 24, 2024, and approved by the relevant authority on February 16, 2025. The average purchase price was USD 0.36 per share. The percentage of shares purchased from the issued capital is 0.06%, with 176,166,765 shares remaining available for purchase. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.
GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced that it has purchased 708,706 treasury shares, increasing its total treasury shares from 206,148,397 (5.38% of total issued shares) to 206,857,103 (5.40% of total issued shares) as of May 7, 2025. The decision to purchase was made at a board meeting on March 24, 2024, with regulatory approval received on February 16, 2025. The average purchase price was 0.2900 USD per share, and 176,402,280 shares remain available for purchase. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.

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News Update From GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

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GFH Financial Group has announced that it has entered into definitive agreements with the Saudi Education Fund (SEF), managed by EFG Hermes, to acquire Britus Education. Britus Education is a leading K-12 education platform operating international schools in the GCC and MENA regions, with a market value exceeding USD 200 million. The portfolio includes four schools in Saudi Arabia, two in the UAE, and one in Bahrain, with a total capacity of approximately 12,000 students and about 8,000 currently enrolled. This investment is expected to positively impact GFH's financials and increase the Group's returns. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML.

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Disclosure: Results of GFH Financial Group’s Webcast for the third Quarter of 2024 Financial Results

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the successful completion of their webcast for the third quarter financial results of 2024. The webcast was held on November 13, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. Bahrain time. The presentation and script from the session are available for review. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML.

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Disclosure: Results of BOD Meeting

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced that its Board of Directors held a meeting on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at 2:00 pm Bahrain time. During the meeting, they discussed and approved the financial results for the third quarter of 2024, ending on September 30, 2024, along with other internal matters. The financial results for the third quarter of 2024 are attached. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.

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Disclosure: Treasury Shares and Market Making Activities During October 2024

On November 7, 2024, GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced details of its market-making activities for October 2024, in compliance with the Central Bank of Bahrain's requirements for monthly disclosures by listed companies. The market-making transactions were conducted by GFH's liquidity providers: SICO on the Bahrain Bourse, and BHM Capital on the Dubai Financial Market and Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. As of October 31, 2024, GFH held 207,500,896 treasury shares, representing 5.4% of the Group's total outstanding shares. During October, SICO purchased 371,469 securities and sold 1,030,750 securities on the Bahrain Bourse, with total payments of USD 124,831 and total receipts of USD 345,215.

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Disclosure: GFH Financial Group’s Webcast for the third Quarter of 2024 Financial Results

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. has announced a webcast for its financial results for the third quarter of 2024, ending on September 30, 2024. The webcast is scheduled for Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at 1:00 pm Bahrain time. Shareholders and investors are invited to attend. The announcement is signed by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML, and includes the company seal.

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Disclosure: Postponing BOD meeting date

GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the postponement of its Board of Directors meeting, initially scheduled for 7th November 2024, to 12th November 2024. The meeting will begin at 2 p.m. Bahrain time and will cover the financial results for the third quarter of 2024 and other internal matters. This follows a previous disclosure made on 24th September 2024 about the meeting. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance & AML.

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News Update From GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

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GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced a partnership with Infracorp and Kempinski to launch the Harbour Heights Kempinski Hotel and exclusive branded residences, coinciding with the Gateway Gulf Forum 2024. This investment is expected to have a positive impact on the group's financials and increase returns. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML. Further details are available in the attached release.

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News Update From GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

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GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced a strategic partnership with Panattoni Saudi Arabia to develop 500,000 square meters of modern logistics facilities in Saudi Arabia. This investment is expected to positively impact the Group's financials and increase its returns. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML, and bears the company seal. Further details are available in the attached release.

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News Update From GFH Financial Group B.S.C.

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GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the signing of a preliminary agreement with Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC), a leading logistics provider in the GCC. The collaboration aims to support GWC's expansion by developing 200,000 square meters of Grade 'A' logistics facilities in key locations across Saudi Arabia, including Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam. This investment is expected to have a positive impact on GFH's financial statements and increase the Group's returns. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML.

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GFH Financial Group B.S.C. announced the launch of its innovative investor mobile application during the Future Investment Initiative (FII) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The investment is expected to have a positive impact on the group's financial performance and increase its returns. The announcement was made by Mariam Jowhary, Head of Compliance and AML.

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