The Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA) and the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) participated in a World Economic Forum Davos 2026 panel on “Unlocking opportunities in Qatar’s Evolving Capital Markets,” presenting current priorities for developing Qatar’s capital markets. The discussion focused on strengthening governance, transparency and investor protection while expanding products and services, improving market efficiency and liquidity, and upgrading digital market infrastructure, including integrating sustainability and environmental, social and governance standards. QFMA linked its work to the Third Financial Sector Strategy aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the Third National Development Strategy, citing aims such as enabling cross-border capital flows and building a more informed investor base. Cooperation between QFMA and QSE was presented as a model intended to support liquidity and new listings within clear regulatory frameworks and effective disclosure. QSE described a comprehensive transformation programme aimed at enhancing liquidity, improving investor access, broadening investment products including debt instruments and ESG-aligned offerings, and strengthening international connectivity and cooperation.
Qatar Financial Markets Authority 2026-01-21
Qatar Financial Markets Authority outlines capital markets development priorities at Davos 2026 panel with Qatar Stock Exchange
The Qatar Financial Markets Authority and Qatar Stock Exchange joined a World Economic Forum Davos 2026 panel, highlighting priorities for Qatar's capital markets. Key focuses included governance, transparency, investor protection, market efficiency, and digital infrastructure, emphasizing sustainability and ESG standards. These initiatives align with Qatar's national strategies to enhance liquidity, cross-border capital flows, and investor access.