Doha Bank’s $137 Million Sustainable Bond Listed on Qatar Stock Exchange
The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) has listed its first-ever sustainable banking bond. The bond was issued by Doha Bank and is worth $137 million (QAR 500 million). It was officially listed on Wednesday, marking an important step for Qatar’s financial market.
The bond has a three-year term and pays a fixed annual interest rate of 4.50%. With this listing, Doha Bank becomes the first bank to introduce a sustainability-compliant bond on the QSE. The bond is now available for trading on the exchange’s Debt Instruments Market.
QSE said this new bond helps strengthen and diversify Qatar’s debt market. It gives investors more choices and supports the long-term stability of the market. Because the bond is traded on a regulated exchange, both local and international investors can buy and sell it easily, with confidence in strong regulatory standards.
This bond is also the first sustainable bond in the history of the Qatar Stock Exchange. It allows investors to earn fixed income returns while also supporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) goals. Sustainable bonds are designed to fund projects that have positive impacts on society and the environment.
Abdullah Mohammed Al Ansari, CEO of the Qatar Stock Exchange, said the bond listing supports Qatar’s Third Financial Sector Strategy. This strategy focuses on developing the capital market and strengthening the banking sector. He added that sustainability is becoming an important part of Qatar’s financial system.
Doha Bank Group CEO Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal Al Thani said the bond helps the bank improve its funding sources and strengthen its financial position. He also said the bond aligns with the guidelines set by the Qatar Central Bank and supports the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030, which aims to build a sustainable and diversified economy.
The listing of the sustainable bond is expected to benefit the wider capital market. Sustainable bonds can attract more investors over time, which may help reduce borrowing costs for issuers. Investors benefit from clear reporting, transparency, and strong regulatory oversight, making these instruments more reliable.
On a broader level, ESG-linked bonds support the growth of a more advanced and resilient financial system. They help meet the increasing demand for sustainable financing and encourage responsible investment practices.
Global interest in sustainable investments continues to grow, with green and sustainable bonds increasingly included in major international indices. As demand rises, Qatar Stock Exchange said it will continue working with regulators and bond issuers to support new and innovative financial products.
Through initiatives like this, QSE aims to strengthen Qatar’s role as a regional hub for capital markets and sustainable finance, while supporting long-term economic growth and sustainability.
Published: 15th January 2026
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