Arab Bank sponsored the Bethlehem University Job Fair, reinforcing its commitment to supporting students and graduates as they enter the job market. This sponsorship aligns with "Together," the bank's corporate social responsibility program, which caters for education as one of the key pillars, through partnerships with higher education institutions.

Commenting on Arab Bank’s participation, Mr. Mohammad Eid, South Area Branches’ Manager at Arab Bank – Palestine, highlighted the Job Fair as an important platform for connecting with graduates and identifying promising talent. He also commended Bethlehem University for its vital role in advancing higher education in Palestine and producing outstanding students. Mr. Eid further emphasized Arab Bank’s commitment to developing its employees' skills and performance through specialized training programs, fostering social diversity within the workplace, and ensuring equal opportunities in recruitment, promotions, benefits, and incentives for all.

The event featured Arab Bank's comprehensive banking programs for university students, including a unique youth-focused program offering a range of competitive benefits designed to meet their specific needs. Attendees also learned about the bank's specialized training programs, which provide students with hands-on banking skills and practical experience, giving them a significant advantage as they enter the professional world.

Arab Bank Group reported solid results for the first quarter of 2025, with 7 % increase in net income after tax reaching $ 271 million as compared to $252.8 million for the same period last year. The Group maintained its strong capital base with a total equity of $ 12.1 billion.

The Group’s Assets grew by 6 % to reach $ 72.7 billion, loans grew by 5 % to reach $ 39.1 billion, and deposits grew by 7 % to reach $ 53.2 billion.

Mr. Sabih Masri, Chairman of the Board of Directors, stated that Arab Bank’s first-quarter 2025 results were strong despite the global economic conditions and geopolitical developments. He attributed the bank’s robust performance to its diversified and agile business model, underpinned by a broad regional footprint—particularly across the GCC region. Mr. Masri underscored the bank’s strong capital position, high-quality assets, ample liquidity, and prudent risk management framework as key pillars supporting its efficient operating model. Mr. Masri reiterated his trust in the bank’s ability to continue delivering good and sustainable returns to shareholders, citing its forward-looking vision and well-integrated institutional strategy.

Ms. Randa Sadik, Chief Executive Officer, stated that Arab Bank delivered robust results during the first quarter 2025, as a result of the bank’s resilience and its ability to deliver consistent performance while maintaining the strength of its balance sheet. The bank’s revenues grew by 4 % driven by sustainable growth in its business.

Ms. Sadik added that the Group’s liquidity and asset quality remain solid where loan-to-deposit ratio stood at 74 % and credit provisions held against non-performing loans continue to exceed 100%. Arab Bank Group maintains a strong capital base that is predominantly composed of common equity with a capital adequacy ratio of 17.2 %.

Ms. Sadik commented on the bank’s significant strides in digital transformation and innovation, aimed at enhancing customer experience and delivering value to shareholders. These strides underscore the Group's commitment to staying at the forefront of digital innovation in the financial sector.

It is worth mentioning that Arab Bank has recently unveiled its refreshed brand identity, a bold step forward that reflects its enduring legacy and ambitious vision as a leading financial institution in the MENA region, committed to empowering its customers and communities to achieve their aspirations.

In line with Arab Bank’s corporate social responsibility program, 'Together,' and its commitment to engaging employees in meaningful community-oriented activities, the bank organized several volunteer initiatives during Ramadan and Eid Al-Fitr.

These volunteering activities benefited over 14,000 individuals, including underprivileged families, elderly people, children with special needs, and orphans. More than 120 employees from the bank volunteered in seven initiatives, which included preparing food parcels for distribution to underprivileged families during Ramadan. This effort was carried out in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development across seven governorates, resulting in the distribution of 2,616 food parcels.

Arab Bank employees also participated in two Ramadan iftar events for the elderly in Jericho and Ramallah, organized in collaboration with the Beit Al-Ajdad Elderly Center in Jericho, and Ramallah Women’s Arab Union Society in Ramallah. Additionally, a Ramadan iftar was held for children from SOS Children's Villages in Palestine, featuring various entertainment activities such as a theatrical performance, face painting, and gift distribution. The event created an atmosphere filled with joy and meaningful interaction with children who lack family care.

An iftar was also organized for blind children and students from the Friends of the Blind Association in Al-Bireh, as well as another iftar for children with special needs in collaboration with Annahda Women’s Association in Ramallah. Arab Bank employees participated in fun activities with the children, spreading joy and distributing Eid clothing to them.

During Eid Al-Fitr, several Arab Bank employees volunteered to distribute meals to patients and their companions at the Augusta Victoria Hospital in Jerusalem. Additionally, gifts were also distributed to children undergoing cancer treatment and dialysis.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank actively engages its employees in volunteer activities, encouraging them to dedicate their time and efforts to serving their community. These initiatives promote the spirit of responsibility, generosity, and solidarity, with a particular focus on supporting children, the elderly, orphans, and underprivileged groups in society.

Arab Bank has renewed its collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development for the 5^th consecutive year, to donate food parcels to underprivileged families during the holy month of Ramadan. This comes as part of the bank’s social responsibility and its constant efforts to achieve social solidarity in the community, by supporting less fortunate families  and provide them with their basic needs.

Through this agreement, more than 2,600 food parcels were distributed to beneficiary families through the Ministry of Social Development across seven main governorates; Jenin, Tulkarem, Ramallah, Bethlehem, Yatta/ Hebron, Jericho, and Nablus. Each parcel contained 18 essential food items. Arab Bank employees volunteered to help package and prepare the food parcels, translating the bank’s commitment to involve its employees in different voluntary initiatives that help reinforce their social responsibility and giving spirit.

In addition to distributing food parcels, Arab Bank’s cooperation with the Ministry of Social Development also entails a series of annual initiatives through which school bags, winter blankets and other necessities are distributed to families in need, which helps alleviate their burdens.

It is worth noting that Arab Bank adopts a comprehensive and integrated strategy in terms of Sustainability that reflects the bank’s keenness to enhance its economic, social and environmental impact by working closely with various stakeholders to achieve sustainable development. Arab Bank’s social responsibility program “Together” is a key manifestation of this approach. It is a multi-faceted program that focuses on developing and growing various aspects of society through various initiatives and activities that contribute to serving several sectors, namely health, combating poverty, protecting the environment, education, supporting orphans and empowering women.

Arab Bank has unveiled its refreshed brand identity, a bold step forward that reflects its enduring legacy and ambitious vision as a leading financial institution in the MENA region.

The revitalized brand identity embodies Arab Bank’s commitment to innovation and growth, building on its extensive network, client trust, renowned legacy, and deep expertise in the region across the various sectors. The bank’s main strategic pillars focus on leveraging its regional and global network, expanding its core business, capitalizing on new growth opportunities across diverse sectors and markets, and driving its digital transformation and innovation agenda forward.

Inspired by its rich legacy dating back to 1930, the refreshed brand identity features a simpler, bolder, and digitally-focused design, broadening its appeal to connect with diverse audiences, particularly younger generations. This evolution reaffirms Arab Bank's position as a modern, dynamic, and digitally empowered institution, ready to meet the evolving needs of its customers across industries and regions in a constantly evolving world.

The newly refreshed logo features a single, continuous line, symbolizing both the bank's 9-decade legacy of success and its unwavering commitment to continuity and its forward-looking approach. It also incorporates the 3 iconic circles that have distinguished the bank’s identity since inception, representing the customers, partners, and communities the institution serves across its extensive network. These memorable elements emphasize the bank’s global reach and interconnectedness. At the heart of the bank's brand identity remains its name - “Arab Bank,” which embodies its deep connection to its rich history, culture, heritage, values, and sense of belonging. The Arab world continues to be the primary focus of the bank and the foundation of its growth and expansion strategy, supported by its network of branches across Arab countries and the integrated services it offers to clients in the region and beyond. Additionally, Arab Bank’s refreshed brand identity retains blue as its primary color—a signature feature of the bank’s visual identity for decades—carrying strong equity and serving as a timeless representation of the Arab Bank brand.  

Parallel to its refreshed brand identity, Arab Bank's tagline has evolved from "Success is a Journey" to "Beginnings never end." This transition represents a natural evolution, signaling a new chapter in the bank's enduring legacy of resilience and achievement. The new tagline embodies a spirit of perpetual progress, fueling success, driving growth, and inspiring continuous transformation.

The new tagline revolves around the concept of endless new beginnings, where every achievement marks the start of a new goal. It reflects the bank’s belief in the ongoing journey of progress and evolution across all the services it provides—and will continue to provide—to its clients across diverse sectors. “Beginnings never end” also underscores the bank's commitment to empowering its clients to achieve their ambitions and celebrating their accomplishments as stepping stones to future successes, while navigating challenges and exploring growth opportunities. This philosophy stands as a testament to a shared journey of continuous growth and dynamism, undertaken alongside the bank’s clients, partners, and communities, as they strive for even greater achievements.

The new vision, commitments, and refreshed visual brand identity are a direct reflection of the bank’s core philosophy, which is built on two powerful words: "Connected Beyond". This philosophy draws on the bank’s rich heritage as a bridge for the Arab world, connecting individuals, communities, and businesses across the region and beyond, while also celebrating the personal bonds it has formed with generations of customers and partners.

It's worth noting that Arab Bank Group achieved strong results for the financial year ending December 31, 2024, with a record net profit of USD 1 billion, reflecting a robust 21% growth in net income after tax, amounting to USD 1,007.1 million compared to USD 829.6 million in 2023. The Group’s equity position also remained strong, standing at USD 12.1 billion at year-end, further underscoring its financial stability and resilience. The impressive results were driven by growth across various business segments and geographic markets. Operating profit increased by 7% to reach approximately USD 2 billion.

Arab Bank has one of the largest global Arab banking networks with over 600 branches, and it offers a wide range of banking products, services, and solutions designed to meet the needs of individuals, corporations, as well as financial institutions across the region and beyond. Arab Bank’s extensive network covers key financial markets and centers such as London, Singapore, Shanghai, Geneva, Paris, Sydney, Dubai, and Bahrain.