The Investment Dar Group (TID) is the founder of Investment Dar Bank and the major shareholder. Established in Kuwait in 1994, TID was setup with a pioneering vision based on innovation, development and commitment to success. Aiming to become a leading world class financial institution since its inception, TID has embodied constant and continuous success and experienced exponential growth.

Today, TID is the largest listed Islamic investment company in the GCC, employing over 400 professionals. It is a conglomerate that owns and manages a group of specialised high profile companies, diversified across a broad spectrum of essential business sectors including banking, finance, investment, asset management, real estate, insurance, manufacturing and logistics on a regional and international level.

With associated projects and assets under management exceeding US$ 15 billion, TID maintained consistent financial performance and high returns for its shareholders. As of 31 December 2007, TID’s net profits grew to a record US$ 461 million, while the total assets and shareholders’ equity expanded to US$ 4.7 billion and US$ 1.4 billion respectively, indicating a ROE of 36.9% and a ROA of 10.7%.