Boursa Kuwait resumes stock exchange trading after one-day suspension amid regional tensions

Boursa Kuwait, the official stock exchange of Kuwait, has resumed normal trading operations on Monday following a brief one-day suspension on Sunday, March 1, 2026. The temporary halt was implemented as a precautionary measure due to escalating geopolitical tensions in the region, particularly following U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent retaliatory actions.

The suspension, announced late on February 28 and effective from Sunday, was coordinated with the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) and relevant state authorities. Boursa Kuwait Chairman Bader Nasser Al-Kharafi emphasized that the decision prioritized national security, the safety of citizens and residents, and the protection of investors’ interests.

Reasons Behind the One-Day Trading Suspension

The trading pause came amid heightened regional instability triggered by military escalations involving Iran, the United States, and Israel. Reports indicated retaliatory attacks affecting areas near U.S. targets in Gulf cities, leading to airspace disruptions, airport closures in neighboring countries, and widespread market volatility across the GCC region.