Doha, February 09 (QNA) - Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) announced the successful listing of the first Green sukuk in the Qatari financial market, issued by AlRayan Bank. The Sukuk will be listed on the Debt Instruments Market of QSE, effective February 9, 2026, following the completion of all required technical, regulatory and administrative procedures.
QSE said the Sukuk issuance, with a total value of QR 500 million, will be listed through a direct listing. The Sukuk have a three-year tenor and carry an annual profit rate of 4.25%.
This issuance represents Qatar's first Green Sukuk to be listed and cleared in Qatar, supporting the continued development of the local capital markets ecosystem and expanding the range of sustainable, Shariah-compliant investment instruments available to investors.
 Chief Executive Officer of QSE Abdullah Mohammed Al Ansari said that the listing of the first Green Sukuk in the history of QSE marks an important milestone in the development of the Qatari capital market, reflecting QSE's commitment to expanding sustainable and Shariah-compliant financing instruments and enhancing the depth and diversity of the debt instruments market in line with global best practices.
He added that the achievement underscores QSE's role as an integrated platform capable of supporting innovative financing solutions that align with national development priorities and long-term sustainability goals. He also highlighted the advanced level of coordination across the national financial ecosystem, including Qatar Stock Exchange, Qatar Central Bank, Qatar Financial Markets Authority, Qatar Central Securities Depository (Edaa), and other relevant entities, in line with the objectives of the Third Financial Sector Strategic Plan.
Al Ansari noted that the listing strengthens the integration of sustainability principles and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) standards within Qatar’s capital market, enhancing the market's ability to meet the expectations of investors seeking opportunities that combine financial returns with positive environmental impact, thereby contributing to the support of sustainable economic growth.
 For his part, Group Chief Executive Officer of AlRayan Bank, Fahad bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, said that this first issuance of AlRayan Bank’s Green Sukuk represents an important step for the bank and reflects their commitment to leading the environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainable finance agenda through practical measures that link responsible banking with market development. By offering the first green sukuk to be listed, cleared, and settled in Qatar, they are not only strengthening their role as a forward-looking institution, but also contributing to the development of the local capital markets infrastructure, he explained, adding that they will continue to build on this momentum through initiatives that support a more sustainable economy and enhance long-term confidence in Shariah-compliant sustainable financing instruments.
Within the framework of its ongoing commitment to responsible growth, AlRayan Bank views this issuance as a clear affirmation of its determination to play a leading role in developing the sustainable finance ecosystem in the State of Qatar, by combining the principles of Islamic banking with the discipline and reliability required to expand sustainability-aligned financing solutions and deliver long-term value.
The listing of Green Sukuk comes as part of the development of the debt instruments market at QSE, which in recent years has witnessed the listing of the first corporate bonds, the first Islamic Sukuk, and the first sustainable bonds, culminating in the listing of the first green Sukuk in the market. These developments reflect QSE’s commitment to deepening the debt market, expanding the base of investment products, and meeting investor needs, particularly those interested in Shariah-compliant products and sustainability-focused investments.
At the level of the financial ecosystem, the listing of green Sukuk enables issuers to access a broader and more diversified pool of capital, enhancing financing flexibility and sustainability over the medium and long term. For investors, this listing provides a Shariah-compliant investment instrument characterized by transparency and tradability within an organized market, supporting portfolio diversification and more efficient risk management. At the market level as a whole, this listing contributes to building a more advanced and resilient capital market capable of deploying sustainable finance in line with global trends.
QSE affirms its commitment to continuing cooperation with regulatory authorities and issuers to support the listing of innovative financial instruments and to provide a transparent, efficient trading environment governed by robust regulatory frameworks. Through these efforts, QSE continues to strengthen the State of Qatar’s position as an advanced regional hub for capital markets, Islamic finance, and sustainable investment. (QNA)