Kuwait Business Directory & List of Companies

1. Brief Overview of Kuwait

Kuwait, a small but prosperous country in the Middle East, is known for its rich oil reserves and vibrant culture. It occupies a total land area of approximately 17,818 square kilometers and is home to a population of over 4 million people.

Kuwait on Map - see more from Google map

2. List of Provinces in Kuwait

• Al Asimah Governorate - Population: 1,487,522 - Provincial Capital: Kuwait City
• Hawalli Governorate - Population: 939,394 - Provincial Capital: Hawalli
• Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate - Population: 340,844 - Provincial Capital: Mubarak Al-Kabeer
• Al Jahra Governorate - Population: 532,155 - Provincial Capital: Al Jahra
• Farwaniya Governorate - Population: 1,136,874 - Provincial Capital: Farwaniya

3. Five Top Cities in Kuwait

1. Kuwait City - Population: 1,487,522
2. Hawalli - Population: 939,394
3. Mubarak Al-Kabeer - Population: 340,844
4. Al Jahra - Population: 532,155
5. Farwaniya - Population: 1,136,874

4. Economy of Kuwait

Kuwait's economy is predominantly driven by oil production and exports. It boasts a GDP of around 70 billion USD, with a steady GDP growth rate. The GDP per capita is among the highest globally, at approximately 29,000 USD. Kuwait is a significant player in international trade, with substantial exports of oil and imports of goods and services.

Ten Top Companies in Kuwait

1. Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) - Description: A state-owned oil company - Capital: N/A
2. Boubyan Bank - Description: A leading Islamic bank - Capital: N/A
3. Kuwait Finance House (KFH) - Description: A major Islamic financial institution - Capital: N/A
4. Zain Group - Description: A telecommunications company - Capital: N/A
5. National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) - Description: A prominent commercial bank - Capital: N/A
6. Kuwait Projects Company (Holding) - Description: A diversified investment company (KIPCO) - Capital: N/A
7. Mabanee Company - Description: A real estate development company - Capital: N/A
8. Gulf Bank - Description: A leading commercial bank - Capital: N/A
9. Kuwait Food Company (Americana) - Description: A major food and beverage company - Capital: N/A
10. Kuwait Finance and Investment Company (KFIC) - Description: A financial and investment services provider - Capital: N/A