THE MIDDLE EAST’S

32. Husayn Shahrur

Designation: CEO
Company: ABK Capital
Nationality: Lebanese
Headquarters: Kuwait

Shahrur joined ABK Capital as CEO in 2021. ABK Capital is the investment arm of Al Ahli Bank of Kuwait. It recorded almost $3 billion in assets under management in 2024, marking a growth of 29% compared to 2023. In October 2024, it announced a partnership with Blackstone to provide investment solutions in Kuwait’s private credit markets. Shahrur was previously managing director at NBK Capital within the asset management group, and he worked as a consultant for the Active Equity Group at State Street Global Advisors.