Coast Investment and Development Company

What Coast Investment and Development Company does

Coast Investment and Development Company KSCP is a Kuwaiti financial institution founded in 1975 and listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange since 1989, with a paid-up capital of 46.5 million KWD (approximately 155 million USD). The firm operates a diversified investment services platform spanning portfolio and fund management, advisory and corporate finance, real estate investment services, and research (daily, weekly, and monthly market reports). It serves both individual and corporate/institutional clients in Kuwait and the broader Gulf region through a dual-channel model: direct relationship management at its Sharq headquarters in Kuwait City and self-service digital trading.

The company's core technology consists of two integrated online trading platforms. COAST eTRADE, built on the Global Trading Network, delivers real-time quotes, market news, portfolio evaluations, and multi-market order management. COAST Brokerage, integrated with Interactive Brokers, provides access to US stocks, ETFs, and options with smart order routing, fractional shares, automated investing, charting tools, and mobile apps (iOS and Android). Security infrastructure relies on encryption, firewalls, and physically restricted data centres. The platform architecture is largely partner-enabled rather than proprietary.

Coast monetizes through four streams: recurring investment management and advisory fees, transaction-based brokerage commissions on US and global market trades, corporate finance and advisory engagements, and real estate investment services. Pricing includes a minimum deposit of 300 KD for eTRADE activation and per-transaction commissions, with margin trading fees disclosed in-platform. Distribution combines sales-led direct advisory with self-service PLG via the trading platforms, supported by an Investor Relations function, dual-language (English/Arabic) communications, and corporate disclosures through Boursa Kuwait and the Capital Markets Authority. The firm was recognized as Best Fund Manager in Kuwait for 2025 by Global Banking & Finance.

Name

Coast Investment and Development Company

Legal name

Coast Investment and Development Company KSCP

Website

https://coast.com.kw

Company type

Public

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Coast Investment and Development Company KSCP is a Kuwaiti financial institution founded in 1975, offering investment management, advisory, brokerage, and real estate services to individual and institutional clients in Kuwait and the Gulf region through direct sales and online trading platforms.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Investment Management & Brokerage

NAICS

Portfolio Management and Investment Advice (523940), Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation (523150), All Other Financial Investment Activities (52399)

SIC

Investment Advice (6282), Security Brokers, Dealers & Flotation Companies (6211), Real Estate Dealers (For Their Own Account) (6532)

akta.pro primary industry

Capital Markets Advisory (IPO Readiness, SPAC, ECM/DCM Advisory) (BPAHAOAL)

akta.pro secondary industry

Real Estate Investment Advisory (Acquisitions/Dispositions, Capital Allocation) (BPAJANAA)

Keywords

• Investment management services
• Online brokerage trading
• Fund management
• Portfolio management
• Corporate finance advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Kuwait

HQ country

Kuwait

HQ region

Middle East

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Investment Management and Advisory Services: Coast generates revenue through recurring management fees from investment portfolio management, fund management, and advisory services provided to clients.
2. Brokerage and Trading Commissions: Revenue is earned from transaction fees and commissions on trades executed through COAST eTRADE and COAST Brokerage platforms for stocks, ETFs, and options in US markets.
3. Corporate Finance and Advisory: Advisory services include corporate finance, investment banking, and comprehensive consulting engagements for clients seeking strategic financial guidance.
4. Real Estate Investment Services: Real estate investment services generate revenue through property transactions, development projects, and real estate asset management.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Coast Investment and Development Company provides investment management and advisory services to individual and institutional clients, including portfolio management, fund management, and comprehensive advisory. It distributes brokerage and trading services via two proprietary online platforms — COAST eTRADE for regional/global markets and COAST BROKERAGE (integrated with Interactive Brokers) for US stocks, ETFs, and options — alongside real estate investment services and corporate finance and investment banking advisory.

Product overview

Coast Investment and Development Company operates a diversified financial services platform comprising COAST eTRADE (online trading platform with real-time quotes and Global Markets access) and COAST BROKERAGE (US markets trading platform for stocks, ETFs, and options). These core trading products are complemented by Advisory Services, Funds Management, Research Services (providing daily, weekly, and monthly market reports), Investment Portfolios management, and Real Estate Services. The company, established in 1975 and listed on the Kuwait Stock Exchange in 1989 with a paid-up capital of 46.5 million KWD, positions itself as a comprehensive investment services provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• COAST eTRADE: State-of-the-art online trading platform offering real-time quotes, news, and announcements for trading in global markets with multiple order management facilities.
• COAST BROKERAGE
• Coast BKRG

Products and services

• COAST eTRADE State-of-the-art online trading platform offering real-time quotes, news and announcements, with the ability to trade Global Markets online along with multiple order management facilities, portfolio evaluations, and value-added features. For individual and corporate investors in Kuwait and the Gulf seeking global market access.
• COAST BROKERAGE Online trading platform providing access to US markets with ability to trade US stocks, ETFs, and options in real-time, offering multiple order types, portfolio evaluations, market analysis tools, fractional shares, smart order routing, pre/post-market trading, automated investing, and comprehensive account management via web and mobile (iOS and Android). For individual and corporate clients seeking US market exposure.
• Advisory Services Comprehensive advisory services covering investment decisions, financial planning, corporate finance, and investment banking for individual and institutional clients seeking strategic financial guidance.
• Funds Management Fund management services including investment fund creation and management. Recognized as Best Fund Manager in Kuwait for 2025 by Global Banking & Finance. For individual and institutional investors seeking professionally managed investment funds.
• Research Services Research services providing daily market reports, weekly reports, monthly global markets synopsis, and earnings matrices to support investor decision-making. For clients of Coast's trading and advisory services.
• Investment Portfolios Portfolio management and investment portfolio services for individual and institutional clients seeking tailored investment portfolio management.
• Real Estate Services Real estate investment and advisory services, including property transactions, development projects, and real estate asset management. For clients seeking real estate exposure as part of a diversified investment portfolio.

Quantifiable outcome

• Best Fund Manager in Kuwait for 2025 - awarded by Global Banking & Finance in Fund & Asset Management category

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• US Broker (Interactive Brokers)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023COAST Brokerage services are integrated with US Broker (Interactive Brokers) platform, enabling Coast clients to access US stock markets, ETFs, and options trading. The partnership provides smart order routing for best available prices, comprehensive trading tools, and access to US Broker's trading infrastructure.
• Global Trading NetworkcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023COAST eTRADE platform is integrated with the Global Trading Network, enabling clients to access global markets with real-time quotes, news, and multi-currency trading capabilities.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Interactive Brokers: US-based global electronic broker that is Coast's technology and execution partner for the COAST Brokerage platform. Included as an ecosystem participant — the partnership is core to Coast's ability to serve US-market trading demand.

Broad incumbents

• Gulf Investment Corporation (GIC): Kuwait-headquartered GCC-owned investment bank with asset management, advisory, and equity participation. Comparable regional incumbent with broader sovereign-linked mandate and meaningfully larger scale than Coast.
• Kuwait International Bank (KIB): Kuwaiti Islamic bank offering wealth management, investment advisory, and brokerage services. Comparable in the Kuwaiti financial services landscape, particularly in serving HNW and institutional clients seeking Sharia-compliant investment options.
• EFG Hermes (eFG Finance Holding): Leading Middle East and North Africa investment bank with brokerage, asset management, and investment banking. Comparable in service lines but operates at materially larger scale across multiple MENA geographies — a relevant incumbent benchmark for Coast's ambitions.

Direct peers

• Arzan Financial Group for Financing and Investment: Kuwaiti investment and advisory firm with brokerage, advisory, and asset management services. Comparable to Coast as a publicly listed Kuwaiti investment firm targeting similar institutional and retail segments.
• National Investment Company (NIC): Kuwaiti investment firm offering asset management, brokerage, advisory, and research services. Most directly comparable to Coast given similar Kuwait Stock Exchange listing, full-service investment platform, and Gulf-focused clientele.
• Alimtiaz Investment Group: Kuwait-based publicly listed investment company offering asset management, real estate investment, and corporate finance. Comparable to Coast given the shared KSE listing, diversified investment focus, and Gulf regional footprint.
• Al Mal Investment Co. Kuwait-based investment company offering advisory, asset management, and brokerage services. Directly comparable in scope and Gulf market focus, with similar listed-entity dynamics on the Kuwait Stock Exchange.
• KAMCO (Kuwait Asset Management Company): Kuwaiti investment company providing asset management, brokerage, investment banking, and research. Closely comparable business model and service breadth to Coast, also publicly listed and operating across regional markets.

Regional players

• United Real Estate Company (URC): Kuwaiti listed real estate investment company. Comparable to Coast's real estate investment services arm, though more specialized in property development and less diversified across brokerage and fund management.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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