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CNBC Arabia has announced the selection of Hisham Ezz Al-Arab, Chief Executive Officer and Board Member of the Commercial International Bank (CIB) – Egypt, for its prestigious list of the "100 Business Leaders Shaping the Landscape of the Regional Economy" for 2026. This elite roster features prominent top executives, founders, and heads of major corporations across the Middle East who have played a definitive role in leading their organizations and achieving tangible economic impact across various sectors.

Ezz Al-Arab was recognized within the Banking and Investment sector, a category that highlights the region's most influential financial leaders. His inclusion is a testament to a distinguished career spanning more than four decades in the banking industry. The recognition specifically underscores his milestone achievements in steering CIB and solidifying its position as the largest private-sector bank in Egypt and a premier financial institution in the region.

Measurable Impact and Selection Criteria

CNBC Arabia clarified that the 2026 business leaders list is not designed as a numerical ranking or hierarchical classification among the chosen executives. Furthermore, the selection is not driven by public popularity metrics or media presence.

Instead, the initiative is strictly focused on highlighting the leaders who exert the most profound influence on the economy and market dynamics. The methodology relies heavily on:

Verifiable, measurable business results and achievements.

The strategic role the leader plays in shaping the future of their respective industry.

Proven contributions to driving sustainable macroeconomic growth.