Commercial International Bank – Egypt (CIB) has been named to Fortune's 2026 "Change the World" list in the economic empowerment category, making it the only bank in Africa and the Middle East on this year's list. The achievement reflects the bank's commitment to developing innovative financing solutions that expand economic opportunity and promote financial inclusion by channelling finance to the sectors and groups most in need of support, delivering a sustainable economic and social impact.

The bank was selected in recognition of its role as financial adviser on the EGP 7 billion sustainable social sukuk issuance, one of the sustainable finance mechanisms the institution uses to direct capital towards small and medium-sized enterprises and to improve access to finance for groups underserved by financial services.

The issuance embodies the bank's vision of using capital market instruments to connect capital with the needs of the real economy, supporting business growth, widening investment opportunities, creating jobs and stimulating sustainable economic development.

Hisham Ezz Al-Arab, CEO and Board Member of Commercial International Bank – Egypt (CIB), said: "We are proud that Commercial International Bank has been included on the Fortune list for the second time, a recognition that reflects our commitment to harnessing our financial expertise to support economic growth and promote financial inclusion." He added: "The EGP 7 billion sustainable social sukuk issuance is a model of how financial innovation and the expansion of sustainable finance mechanisms can meet real market needs and direct capital towards projects and sectors capable of achieving a tangible economic and social impact."

Commercial International Bank continues its efforts to support small and medium-sized enterprises, promote financial inclusion and widen access to financial services, based on its belief in the vital role these businesses play in driving economic growth, boosting productivity, creating jobs and supporting sustainable development.