Kuwait Stock Exchange (KSE) showed a number of changes in equity ownership by the end of last Thursday’s trading session.

Mubasher quoted official data showing that Kuwait's Public Institution for Social Security (PIFSS) bought 5.010% stake in Alafco.

PISS also raised its stake in Kuwait International Bank from 7.970% to 9.130%, but sold 0.5% of its stake in Al Imtiaz to reach 5.370%.

Meanwhile, Prairie of Kuwait Company exited Kuwait International Bank after selling its 9.090% stake.

Lastly, Kuwait Projects Holding (KIPCO) increased its stake in Burgan bank from 45.720% to 47.380