National Bank of Bahrain (NBB) has reported a net profit attributable to shareholders of BD22.5 million ($59.7 million) for the second quarter ended 30 June 2026, representing a record second quarter profit and 16% increase from BD19.4 million ($51.5 million) reported in the second quarter of 2025. 

The strong growth was driven primarily by higher net interest income, underscoring the resilience of the Group's balance sheet and the strength of its core banking business.

Earnings per share increased to 10 fils ($3 cents) for the second quarter of 2026, compared to 9 fils ($2 cents) in 2025.

During the quarter, the Group reported a total comprehensive income attributable to NBB’s shareholders of BD37.3 million ($98.9 million) compared to BD13.9 million ($36.9 million) in the same period of 2025, representing a growth of 168%. The increase was primarily driven by favourable mark-to-market movements in the bond portfolio during the second quarter, as market conditions stabilised following the geopolitical-related volatility experienced in the first quarter.