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Bahrain Bourse Corporate Governance

BHB

بورصة البحرين

Bahrain · BHD · Regulated by Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB)

Governance Framework

Code: CBB Corporate Governance Code (2018)
Regulator: Central Bank of Bahrain (CBB)

Key Requirements

  • Majority non-executive directors
  • Independent chairman or lead independent director
  • Audit, risk, and remuneration committees required
  • Annual corporate governance review
  • Fit and proper criteria for directors

Companies Scored

17/17

Avg Governance Score

59.2/100

Avg Board Independence

22.0%

Avg Board Size

25.0

Governance Grade Distribution

B
C (14)
D
F
A: 0 (0%)B: 1 (6%)C: 14 (82%)D: 1 (6%)F: 1 (6%)

Cross-Exchange Comparison

How Bahrain Bourse compares to the GCC-wide average governance score

BHB Average
59.2
GCC-Wide Average
30.3

Bahrain Bourse scores 28.8 points above the GCC-wide average.

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Our model generates scores and ratings using fully disclosed methodologies based on available data. These are quantitative analytical tools — not recommendations. They may not capture all relevant factors, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Users should review the methodology, assess the inputs, and exercise independent judgement.

Sources: CBB Corporate Governance Code (2018), SouqData governance scoring engine, Director appointment records. Full data sources.