Fact Sheet of Lesha Bank Doha, Investment Bank in Qatar

Lesha Bank is the first independent Shari'a-compliant investment bank authorised by the QFC Regulatory Authority (QFCRA), and is listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE: QFBQ). Established in 2008, the Bank commenced operations in 2009, with an initial focus on private equity and real estate investments.

In 2022, the Bank rebranded from Qatar First Bank to Lesha Bank, marking the next stage of its growth journey. The rebrand reflects the Bank’s evolution and its ambition to provide high-net-worth individuals and corporates with innovative Shari’a-compliant investment opportunities, empowering clients with greater financial freedom.

Today, Lesha Bank offers alternative investment solutions spanning aviation, global infrastructure, private equity and real estate, alongside private wealth, asset management, and investment banking advisory services, serving both individual and institutional investors.

Financial Position
The Bank has authorised and paid-up capital of QAR 1.12 billion, with Assets Under Management (AUM) of QAR 19.2 billion as at H1 2026.

Investment Approach
Lesha Bank’s core competency lies in sourcing and investing with top-tier managers, underpinned by in-house risk assessment tools and a robust due diligence process. The Bank frequently co-invests alongside its clients in select deals, demonstrating its commitment and alignment of interest. Its global, multidisciplinary approach and extensive networks enable the Bank to source unique investment opportunities worldwide.

This approach has been recognised externally: Lesha Bank was named among Forbes Middle East’s Best Asset Managers for three consecutive years, most recently in 2026, reflecting its sustained performance and institutional strength.

•⁠ ⁠Lesha Capital – licensed by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) of Saudi Arabia, providing investment management, fund operations, and investment advisory services.
•⁠ ⁠Lesha Aviation Services (Ireland) Limited – headquartered in Ireland, with branches in Doha and London, further strengthening the Bank’s regional and international footprint. Its services span aircraft leasing, aviation investment, and spare parts and engine investment

QFBQ – Lesha Bank LLC (QFC)
Currency	QAR
Market	Qatar Stock Exchange – Main
Founded	Qatar Financial Centre, on 4 Sep 2008
ISIN Code	QA000PLE37B1
Industry	Banks and Financial Services
Admission to Trading	27 April 2016
Authorized Capital (QAR)	1,120,000,000
Paid up Capital (QAR)	1,120,000,000

Date
Closing Price: (QAR)	2.876
Volume (No of share traded)	195,382
Change(%)	0.21

Performance in numbers

	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021
PROFITABILITY
Total Income	QAR 466.6 million	QAR 270.6 million	QAR 195 million	QAR 115.6 million	QAR 226.7 million
Net Profit *	QAR 200.1 million	QAR 128.2 million	QAR 94.4 million	QAR 75.5 million	QAR 100.3 million
FINANCIAL POSITION
Total Assets	QAR 8.1 billion	QAR 6.8 billion	QAR 6.3 billion	QAR 5.2 billion	QAR 3.2 billion
Total Investments	QAR 4.4 billion	QAR 3.3 billion	QAR 2.7 billion	QAR 2 billion	QAR 0.8 billion
Total Equity *	QAR 1.5 billion	QAR 1.3 billion	QAR 1.2 billion	QAR 1.1 billion	QAR 573 million
Total Customer Deposits	QAR 3.3 billion	QAR 2.9 billion	QAR 3 billion	QAR 3.1 billion	QAR 1.9 billion
Total Assets Under Management	QAR 13.3 billion	QAR 8.6 billion	QAR 6.2 billion	QAR 5.2 billion	QAR 3.8 billion
KEY INDICATORS
Return on Average Equity	13.98%	9.94%	7.97%	8.85%	19.14%
Return on Average Assets	2.68%	1.95%	1.63%	1.79%	3.32%
Capital Adequacy Ratio	14.50%	17.16%	19.45%	20.55%	18.10%
Earnings per Share	QAR 0.179	QAR 0.114	QAR 0.084	QAR 0.078	QAR 0.143
Book Value	QAR 1.36	QAR 1.20	QAR 1.10	QAR 1.01	QAR 0.82

Fact Sheet

Performance in numbers

Assets Under Management QAR (Billions)

Total Investments & Total Assets

Return on Average Assets & Return on Average Equity