CMA completes first phase of fourth strategy to shape future market directions

The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) announced the completion of the first phase of preparing its fourth strategy (2027/2028–2030/2031), designed as a roadmap to guide its future directions to build on past achievements while aligning with Kuwait’s Vision 2035.

In a statement on its X account, the CMA explained that the first phase involved preparing a status assessment report supported by a broad internal and external environmental survey.

The survey engaged more than 80 local and international stakeholders—including global guidance bodies, government institutions, market system partners, supervised entities, and financial and investment institutions. Their feedback helped identify best practices, customer aspirations, and opportunities for future cooperation.

The CMA also conducted a comprehensive internal analysis of leadership goals, organizational aspirations, and institutional capabilities. Advanced strategic tools such as benchmarking, risk-based analysis, external factor analysis, and SWOT analysis were applied to define the change agenda.

The authority emphasized that its upcoming fourth strategy will extend the successes of the current plan, focusing on capital market development, sustainability, digital transformation, financial inclusion, institutional excellence, and enhanced cooperation at the local, regional, and international levels. It also aims to boost Kuwait’s standing in global indices.

The CMA reaffirmed that effective planning ensures optimal resource allocation, strengthens its supervisory role, and enhances its contribution to the national economy, reinforcing its role in achieving Kuwait’s Vision 2035.