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His Excellency Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed Al Kuwari met with the President of the Islamic Development Bank Group Dr Mohammed bin Sulaiman Al Jasser, on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group in Washington, D.C. During the meeting, the relations between the two parties were reviewed, along with prospects for enhancing and developing them in key shared investment and financial sectors, in addition to discussing a number of topics of mutual interest. HE Minister of Finance also met with Chief Executive Officer of Deutsche Bank, Christian Sewing, on the sidelines of the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank Group. During the meeting, a number of topics related to shared interests were discussed, with a focus on financial and economic matters.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose at the beginning of Thursday's trading by 0.18%, gaining 19.29 points to reach 10,712 points, compared to the previous session's close, backed by four sectors. Market data showed gains in Banks and Financial Services (+0.20%), Industrials (+0.17%), Transportation (+0.09%), and Insurance (+0.08%). Meanwhile, the performance was negative for Consumer Goods and Services (-0.13%), Real Estate (-0.17%), and Telecoms (-0.27%). By 10:00 am, QSE reported a turnover of QR 45.349 million from 16.695 million shares traded across 3,124 transactions.

His Excellency the Minister of Finance Ali bin Ahmed al-Kuwari participated in the meeting of Finance Ministers, Central Bank Governors, and Heads of Regional Financial Institutions from the Middle East, North Africa, Afghanistan, and Pakistan. The meeting was chaired by Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director, International Monetary Fund (IMF), and was held on the sidelines of the IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings, now being held in Washington, DC. The meeting discussed key strategic issues related to economic growth in the region, in addition to future outlooks and fiscal policy requirements to combat inflation. It also addressed sustainable financing strategies, ways to stimulate economic growth, and the promotion of innovation in financial development.Regional and global challenges were also reviewed, particularly the risks of rising inflation rates and food insecurity. The participants stressed the importance of continuing efforts to adapt to the current financial and economic developments.The meeting was held within the framework of enhancing regional cooperation and the exchange of insights among financial and economic policymakers, with the aim of supporting economic stability and achieving sustainable development across the region.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index opened higher on Wednesday, gaining 36.34 points, or 0.34%, to reach 10,782 points at the start of trading, compared to the previous session's close. The rise was driven by gains across most sectors. Telecommunications led the advance with an increase of 1.0%, followed by Banks and Financial Services (+0.39%), Transportation (+0.17%), Consumer Goods and Services (+0.14%), Industrials (+0.12%), and Insurance (+0.02%). The Real Estate sector was the only decliner, edging down 0.01%. By 10:00 am, QSE reported a turnover of QR 43.17 million from 19.66 million shares traded across 3,224 transactions.

Tokyo stocks closed sharply lower on Tuesday, with the Nikkei index falling more than 2 percent, influenced by selling amid political uncertainty in Japan after the junior coalition partner (Komeito Party) decided to end its alliance with the Liberal Democratic Party. According to the Kyodo News Agency, the Nikkei 225 index declined by 1,241.48 points, or 2.58 percent, compared to Friday, closing at 46,847.32 points. The broader Topix index also closed lower, dropping 63.60 points, or 1.99 percent, to 3,133.99 points. Japanese financial markets were closed on Monday for a public holiday. In the main stock market, shares of electrical appliances, non-ferrous metals, and securities were among the biggest losers.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index began the week on a negative note Sunday, falling 109.11 points, or 0.97%, to 10,827 points at the opening of trading. Losses were recorded across all sectors, with declines led by Insurance (-1.52%), Real Estate (-1.08%), Banks and Financial Services (-1.05%), Transportation (-1.03%), Industrials (-0.87%), Telecommunications (-0.71%), and Consumer Goods and Services (-0.45%). As of 10:00 am, total trading volume reached 84.718 million shares, with a turnover of QR 647.854 million across 3,228 transactions.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose to 10,902 points at the beginning of Thursday's trading, up 0.04%, or 4.84 points, compared to the previous session's close, supported by gains in five sectors.According to figures released by the QSE, Real Estate led the gains, up by 0.43%, followed by Industrials and Telecoms, each rising by (+0.26%), Consumer Goods and Services (+0.18%), and Insurance (+0.01%). In contrast, Banks and Financial Services slipped 0.03%, and Transportation (-0.12%).As of 10:00 am, trading volume totaled 20.663 million shares, with a turnover of QR 42.454 million across 2,767 transactions.

QNB Group, one of the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, has posted a nine-month net profit of QR12.8bn, up 1% on the same period last year.Net profit before ‘Pillar Two Taxes’ reached QR13.9bn in nine months that ended on September 30, which is an increase of 9% compared to September 2024.Operating income increased by 9% to reach QR33.3bn, which reflects QNB Group’s “ability to maintain successful growth” across a range of revenue sources.Total assets (as on September 30, 2025) reached QR1,389bn, an increase of 9% on September 30, 2024, mainly driven by growth in loans and advances (by 11%) to reach QR1,001bn.Customer deposits increased by 6% to reach QR963bn (as on September 30, 2025) from the same period last year.QNB Group’s efficiency (cost to income) ratio stood at 23.3%, which is considered “one of the best ratios” among large financial institutions in the MEA region.The ratio of non-performing loans to gross loans stood at 2.9% (as on September 30, 2025), which is “one of the lowest” amongst financial institutions in the MEA region.This, QNB noted, reflects the “high quality” of the Group’s loan book and the effective management of credit risk.In addition, loan loss coverage ratio stood at 100%, which reflects the “prudent approach” adopted by QNB Group towards non-performing loans.Total equity (at the end of September this year) increased to QR121bn, up 7% on September 2024.Earnings per share reached QR1.31 in September this year.QNB Group’s Capital Adequacy Ratio (CAR) (as on September 30, 2025), amounted to 19.5%. Liquidity Coverage Ratio (LCR) and Net Stable Funding Ratio (NSFR - as on September 30, 2025), amounted to 151% and 105% respectively.These ratios are higher than the regulatory minimum requirements of the QCB and Basel III reforms requirements.Group statistics: QNB Group’s presence spans some 28 countries across three continents operating from approximately 900 locations, over 5,000 ATMs supported by more than 31,000 staff.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index rose to 10,903 points at the beginning of Tuesday's trading, up 0.14%, or 15.06 points, compared to the previous session's close, supported by gains in four sectors. According to figures released by the QSE, the Telecoms sector led the gains, up by 0.32%, followed by Industrials (+0.17%), Banks and Financial Services (+0.09%), and Transportation (+0.03%). In contrast, Consumer Goods and Services slipped 0.03%, Real Estate declined 0.10%, and Insurance fell 0.71%. As of 10:00 am, trading volume totaled 13.668 million shares, with a turnover of QR 28.294 million across 1,838 transactions.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index gained 0.07% at the beginning of Thursday's trading, adding 7.74 points to reach 10,963 points, compared to the previous session's close, backed by three sectors. According to figures from QSE, the Industrial sector rose by 0.36%, the Real Estate sector increased by 0.04%, and the Banks and Financial Services sector edged up by 0.01%. Meanwhile, the Consumer Goods and Services sector fell by 0.12%, the Transport sector by 0.23%, the Insurance sector by 0.42%, and the Telecommunications sector by 0.74%. At 10:00 am, QSE recorded 2,565 transactions worth QAR 50.025 million, distributed over 21.752 million shares.

QNB Group, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, announced the license approval has been received for a digital-first banking entity- ezbank, from the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) in cooperation with Ajlan & Bros Holding, with a capital of SR2.5bn.This milestone, in cooperation with Ajlan & Bros Holding, reflects a commitment to supporting QNB Group’s vision for financial inclusion and digital transformation, as well as the broader economic development strategy.With ezbank, the goal is to introduce a new model of customer-centric banking built around innovation, efficiency, and accessibility.The license approval for ezbank is an important step in QNB Group’s ongoing efforts to transform the banking sector in the markets in which it operates, across 28 countries in three continents.The entity aims to offer a digital-first banking experience that is simple, inclusive, and secure, and to provide innovative solutions for the youth and entrepreneurs.The bank will use mobile-first platforms, AI-driven tools, and smart risk management to make transactions easier, increase access, and support digital economy.

The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) index held steady above 11,000 points at the start of Tuesday's trading, rising by 0.27% and adding 29.16 points to reach 11,031 points compared to the previous session's close, backed by six sectors. QSE figures showed positive performance for the Transport sector at 1.26%, the Consumer Goods and Services sector at 0.65%, the Insurance sector at 0.65%, the Real Estate sector at 0.33%, the Industrial sector at 0.29%, and the Banks and Financial Services sector at 0.07%. In contrast, the Telecommunications sector recorded a negative performance of 0.05%. At 10:00 am, QSE recorded 2,854 transactions worth QR 55.3 million, and distributed over 16.551 million shares.