Fiera Qatar Equity Fund launch marks a major step in strengthening Qatar’s financial markets. The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) welcomed the announcement by Qatar Investment Authority (QIA) of a strategic partnership with Fiera Capital to create the USD 200 million fund.
This initiative aims to enhance market liquidity, increase the free float of Qatari equities, and attract new institutional investors. It reflects QIA’s strong commitment to advancing Qatar’s economic diversification and supporting vital sectors, particularly financial markets and asset management.
The involvement of active fund managers broadens the investor base and increases free float shares in the market. As an anchor investor, QIA will convert part of its long-term strategic holdings in listed Qatari companies into assets actively managed within the fund. This strategy will inject new liquidity. It will also encourage greater institutional participation and draw more global investors to Qatar’s financial market.
According to a statement from QSE, this fund is a strategic addition to specialized investment products in the local market. It will play a crucial role in diversifying the investor base and supporting sustainable, high-quality capital inflows. Moreover, it will reinforce Qatar’s position as a leading regional financial hub.
QSE reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with QIA on initiatives aligned with the Third Financial Sector Strategy and Qatar National Vision 2030. These efforts highlight the importance of collaboration in building a resilient and dynamic financial ecosystem.
In recent years, QIA has strengthened Qatar’s capital markets through several targeted programs. These include the Market Making initiative, the Securities Lending and Borrowing framework, and the Active Asset Management initiative launched in 2024. Earlier, QIA also introduced a USD 200 million equity fund in partnership with Ashmore Group, which delivered tangible benefits to the market.
The partnership with Fiera Capital represents another milestone in Qatar’s journey toward expanding market participation. It underlines the country’s commitment to long-term growth and a more diversified economy.
Through continuous innovation and strategic collaborations, Qatar aims to attract more global investors while ensuring strong and sustainable market development. The launch of this fund further supports these goals and strengthens confidence in Qatar’s evolving financial landscape.
