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The Qatar Investment Authority emerged in 2005 under the direction of Emir Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani. This sovereign wealth fund was created to manage oil and natural gas surpluses for the government of Qatar.
By August 2025, the fund held an estimated $557 billion in assets under management. Its portfolio spans real estate, technology, automotive, and retail sectors globally.
Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al-Thani was appointed chairman in March 2023 replacing his predecessor Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani who became prime minister. The board includes members such as Ali bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari and Saad Sherida Al-Kaabi.
The UK financial watchdog imposed a record €92 million penalty against the bank for failing due skill care and diligence under anti-money laundering rules. In October 2022 the Financial Conduct Authority announced it would fine Barclays £50 million for breaking listing rules by not disclosing key information before reducing it to £40 million.
QIA operates through several subsidiaries including Es'hailSat Hassad Food Katara Hospitality Ooredoo Qatar Airways and QNB Group. Qatari Diar serves as the real estate development arm established in 2005 with headquarters in Lusail.