Leadership

A Word from the Group CEO

Najla Al Shirawi, Group Chief Executive Officer of SICO
Progress is measured not only in what we achieve, but in how we achieve it: with discipline, with focus, and with the trust of our clients and stakeholders guiding every decision.

2026 has unfolded in ways few could have anticipated. Against a backdrop of global and regional uncertainty, and even at the most challenging points, the strength of our fundamentals, the resilience of our business model, and the discipline with which we operate enabled us to navigate the period with confidence and stay focused on our long-term priorities.

Throughout this environment, we remained close to our clients and committed to our business plans, while continuing to strengthen SICO for the future. Rather than allowing short-term uncertainty to distract us from our ambitions, we continued to invest, innovate, and build the capabilities needed to respond to evolving client needs and opportunities across our markets.

This translated into tangible progress. We enhanced our digital client experience, expanded our offering through new products, including the launch of the SICO GCC Dividends Fund, and continued to innovate in how we operate. Across the Group, we strengthened our capabilities and advanced key initiatives that are building a more integrated, agile, and client-focused regional platform.

Our teams remained closely engaged with clients throughout the period, proactively sharing market views, portfolio updates, and guidance to help them navigate an evolving landscape with greater clarity. That proximity to our clients, particularly during periods of uncertainty, remains central to how we do business.

As we look to the remainder of 2026, we do so with an active pipeline, a clear strategic direction, and confidence in the foundations we have built. We will continue to execute against our plans, strengthen our regional capabilities, and evolve our offering in line with our clients’ needs and interests.

Thank you for your continued trust.

Najla Al Shirawi

Group Chief Executive Officer