Al Salam Bank B.S.C

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Ticker/ISIN
SALAM_BAH
BH000A0J2481
Market/Country
Dubai Financial Market
United Arab Emirates

About Al Salam Bank B.S.C

Al Salam Bank Profile

 

Establishing its headquarters in the Kingdom of Bahrain in 2006, Al Salam Bank has since cemented its reputation as the fastest growing bank in the Kingdom and a highly influential force in the Islamic banking industry on a regional level. Leveraging on its robust financial standing as the industry’s strongest in asset capital, the Bank has a proven track record in risk mitigation and effectively shifting to market dynamics, through its agile and aggressive growth strategy.

 

The Bank has adopted a digital-first mindset to meet the modern-day needs of its clientele, delivering curated financial solutions and a seamless, transformative customer experience. Harnessing the power of data-backed insights and state-of-art technology, Al Salam Bank offers a comprehensive range of innovative and unique Shari’a-compliant financial products and services through its extended network of branches and ATMs. In addition to its diverse range of retail banking services, the Bank also provides corporate banking, private banking, asset management, international transaction banking as well as treasury services.

 

Al Salam Bank’s competitive edge lies in its unrivalled approach to nurturing client relationships, fuelled by a deeply-rooted ethos in humanizing the customer journey through personalization, convenience, and efficiency, creating a refined and rewarding client experience. The Bank prides itself on its solution-oriented philosophy, curating tailored solutions with its clients’ financial needs at the epicenter of everything they do.

 

With a Bahrainization rate of 92%, Al Salam Bank considers its people to be its most valued asset. The Bank has prioritized the wellbeing of its human capital, empowering them with the requisite tools, training and opportunities to create an inspired workforce dedicated to the pursuit of excellence. Championing a highly energetic and collaborative work environment, Al Salam Bank fosters a culture of innovation which celebrates collective achievements.

 

Encouraging a socially responsible culture from within to drive positive change, the Bank is committed to supporting the social and financial wellbeing of the community in which it resides. Driven by the shared passion of its people to form deep relationships with clients, the Bank aims to create solutions to help its customers meet their financial goals in a sustainable manner.

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Al Salam Bank has partnered with Y. K. Almoayyed & Sons to offer a special promotion for its clients, valid until October 26, 2025. The offer includes a 10% discount on electronics and household appliances, along with a one-year extended warranty at YKA's showrooms in Manama and Gudaibiya. Clients can also use the Bank's "Buy Now, Pay Later" service for flexible payment options. This initiative is part of the Bank's commitment to enhancing the client experience and complements an ongoing offer with Eskan Bank, which provides competitive rates for home furnishing in specific projects. The collaboration aims to provide valuable deals and convenient payment solutions for clients.
Al Salam Bank in Bahrain hosted students from the American University of Bahrain for a training program aimed at enhancing financial awareness. The initiative focused on converting conventional banking products into Shari’a-compliant solutions. Over 15 students participated in sessions led by senior bank representatives from various departments such as Shari’a Compliance, Legal Affairs, Business Development, and Treasury. The program included a tour of the trading floor to observe daily operations. Ms. Muna Albalooshi, Head of Human Resources and Administration at Al Salam Bank, emphasized the bank's commitment to supporting youth and developing national competencies through partnerships with academic institutions. The initiative highlights Al Salam Bank's role in providing innovative banking solutions and contributing to the growth of Bahrain's banking sector.
Al Salam Bank recently organized a workshop at its headquarters in Manama, Bahrain, to celebrate Bahraini Women’s Day under the theme “Partners in Progress.” The event gathered female leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from various sectors to highlight women's contributions to Bahrain's development. The workshop included speeches from the “Qaedat” program, panel discussions on empowering women in the workplace, and interactive sessions to enhance skills and confidence. Participants also had networking opportunities. Mrs. Muna Al Balooshi, Head of Human Resources and Administration, emphasized the bank's commitment to supporting female talent and fostering an inclusive environment. The workshop concluded with a pledge to support gender equality and women's empowerment, with Al Salam Bank reaffirming its dedication to an inclusive and prosperous future for Bahrain.
Al Salam Bank has introduced an exclusive card discount program in collaboration with "Live Life," offering discounts at over 100 local merchants in Bahrain. The program covers various sectors, including dining, entertainment, fitness, and travel, and is designed to enhance the use of the bank's credit, prepaid, and youth debit cards. Cardholders can access these discounts by using their Al Salam Bank cards at participating merchants. The initiative aims to make Al Salam Bank cards the preferred payment option and improve clients' banking experiences. The program also supports clients who have transitioned from "ASB Financing." Clients can find more details on the bank's website or social media platforms.
Al Salam Bank has launched a December Cards Campaign to encourage card use and promote spending both locally and internationally. Running until December 31, 2024, the campaign offers Visa credit and prepaid cardholders the chance to win cash prizes, including a grand prize of BD 3,000 and two prizes of BD 1,000 each. Participants earn draw entries for every BD 30 spent locally and double entries for international transactions. The campaign aims to enhance the client experience by offering rewards and highlighting the benefits of multi-currency prepaid cards, such as competitive exchange rates and no conversion fees. Mohammed Buhijji, Head of Retail Banking, emphasized the bank's commitment to providing innovative solutions and invited former ASP Finance clients to participate by replacing their cards through various channels. For more information, clients can visit the bank's website or contact them via WhatsApp.
Al Salam Bank has introduced an exclusive offer for the Jewellery Arabia 2024 exhibition, allowing clients to win back purchases up to BD 5,000 and daily cash prizes. The campaign, running from November 26 to 30, 2024, offers cash prizes based on spending levels using Al Salam Bank's credit or prepaid cards. Clients spending between BD 200 and BD 5,000 can win varying prizes, with higher spending increasing the chance of winning up to BD 5,000. Additionally, the first 10 clients daily can win BD 100 by visiting the bank's booth and showing receipts for purchases of at least BD 200. Cardholders will also benefit from exclusive offers, a temporary credit limit increase, a "Buy Now, Pay Later" feature, and a dedicated entry line at the event. Mr. Mohammed Buhijji, Head of Retail Banking, emphasized the bank's aim to enhance client experience through this campaign. More details are available on Al Salam Bank's website or via WhatsApp.
Al Salam Bank has launched the "Workspaces" portal, a platform designed for Single Person Companies, family offices, and Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) to manage their financial activities efficiently. This integrated platform allows users to access company accounts, financing options, and manage payments through a single login, with features like an Admin User profile for self-service capabilities, eliminating the need to visit the bank. It supports multiple Commercial Registration accounts and offers functionalities such as payments, salary transfers, and international transactions. The portal aims to enhance operational efficiency and support Bahrain's economic development by providing tailored digital services for MSMEs.
Al Salam Bank has partnered with Durrat Al Bahrain to offer real estate financing solutions for the Jawharat Al Murjan project in Bahrain. This agreement provides Al Salam Bank clients with competitive profit rates, flexible installment plans, quick approvals, and reduced down payments for purchasing villas. Additional benefits include free consultations, discounts on home and electronic appliances, and loyalty rewards points. The Jawharat Al Murjan project features 200 villas with modern amenities, designed to cater to families. The villas range in size and offer various features such as outdoor seating areas and balconies. For more information, interested parties can visit Al Salam Bank’s website or contact them via WhatsApp or their virtual branch.

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Disclosure: Post share buyback announcement

The Board of Directors (BOD) meeting date in which the purchase decision was made is not available. The competent authority approved the purchase on 14th November 2023. The buyback program for treasury shares started on 14th November 2023 and ended on 11th February 2024. The size of the buyback program was 10% of treasury shares. The purchase was made on 28th December 2023, with 637,248 shares purchased at an average price of 0.200 fils. The purchased shares represent 2.022% of the issued capital. Approximately 208,760,000 shares are remaining for purchase. The company's chairman or his deputy is Ali Yusuf Al Khaja. The company is Al Salam Bank B.S.C. This is a post share buyback announcement.

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Al Salam Bank has been awarded the "Best Marketing Initiative of the Year – Bahrain 2023" by the International Business Magazine Awards 2023, for its "Inspired to Grow" campaign. The campaign aimed to increase green areas in Bahrain and reduce the bank's carbon footprint, in line with national objectives and the Sustainable Development Goals. Over a six-month period, the campaign resulted in the planting of over 20,000 trees across Bahrain. The bank plans to launch more initiatives to support Bahrain's goals to double tree coverage by 2035 and achieve net zero by 2060.

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Disclosure: Notification regarding shareholder ownership change

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Al Salam Bank B.S.C. has announced that it purchased 1,074,383 treasury shares on the Bahrain Bourse and Dubai Financial Market on December 27, 2023. This purchase has increased the bank's total holding of treasury shares from 51,214,078 to 52,288,461, which is equivalent to 1.998% of the issued share capital. The announcement was made by Ali Yusuf Al Khaja, the Head of Compliance and MLRO of the bank.

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News Update From Al Salam Bank B.S.C

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On December 26, 2023, Al Salam Bank B.S.C. announced that it has purchased 152,000 treasury shares on the Bahrain Bourse and Dubai Financial Market. This has increased the total holding of treasury shares from 51,062,078 to 51,214,078, which represents 1.957% of the issued share capital. The bank is licensed and regulated as an Islamic Retail Bank by the Central Bank of Bahrain.

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Disclosure: Post share buyback announcement

The Board of Directors (BOD) meeting, in which the decision to purchase was made, did not specify a date. The competent authority approved the purchase on 14 November 2023. The buyback program for treasury shares began on 14 November 2023 and ended on 11 February 2024, with a size of 10%. The purchase date was on 25 December 2023, with 1,093,000 shares purchased at an average price of 0.198 fils. The purchased shares represent 1.951% of the issued capital. Approximately 210,640,000 shares remain for purchase. The chairman of the company's board of directors or his delegate is Ali Yusuf Al Khaja. The company is Al Salam Bank B.S.C. This information is a post share buyback announcement.

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Al Salam Bank has launched a new financing campaign for 2024, offering competitive profit rates for all financing schemes, including personal, property, and auto financing, as well as the Ministry of Housing’s Mazaya, Mazaya 2.0, and Tas’heel Social Housing Finance. From 24 December 2023 to 18 February 2024, new and existing clients who apply for new financing, top up their current financing, or transfer their financing from another bank to Al Salam Bank, can win 6 months of paid installments. Additionally, clients can receive their financing and pay their first installment by June 2024 with an optional 6-month grace period. The bank also offers instant approval, simplified procedures, and smooth transactions.

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The Board of Directors (BOD) of Al Salam Bank B.S.C. conducted a meeting to decide on a share buyback program, but the date of this meeting is not available. The competent authority approved the purchase on 14th November 2023. The buyback program, which involved treasury shares, started on 14th November 2023 and ended on 11th February 2024. The program size was 10% of the treasury shares. The purchase was made on 24th December 2023, with 197,333 shares bought at an average price of 0.199 fils each. This purchase represented 1.909% of the issued capital. Approximately 211,730,000 shares remain available for purchase. The company's chairman or his delegate is Ali Yusuf Al Khaja.

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Al Salam Bank has launched an e-signature service in partnership with DocuSign to allow customers to complete banking transactions virtually. The service is part of the bank's sustainability efforts and commitment to digital innovation. The e-signature feature aims to provide a faster, seamless customer experience and reduce paper waste. The new service will also connect approving authorities, generate automatic reminders and track clients' statuses securely. The bank's Head of Retail Banking, Mr. Mohammed Buhijji, stated that the service is designed to improve the banking experience for their diverse client base.

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