As Qatar’s first independent sharia-compliant bank, Lesha Bank acts as an investment partner in offering attractive, premium investment opportunities and innovative financial solutions with local, regional, and international reach. How do you assess Qatar’s financial sector stability? Qatar’s financial sector stability is underpinned by a combination of factors, primarily its substantial oil and gas wealth… Continue reading BANKING SMART – Lesha Bank CEO, Mr Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi featured in Qatar Financial Sector Insights (The Business Year)
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Lesha Bank acquires an A320neo aircraft
Lesha Bank has completed the acquisition of one Airbus A320neo aircraft from EMP Aviation Trading GmbH. The value of the transaction was approximately 150 million Qatari Riyal. This strategic acquisition is in line with Lesha Bank’s strategy to build a diversified aviation platform.
Lesha Bank acted as exclusive sell-side M&A advisor for a leading oil and gas servicing company in Qatar
Lesha Capital, a subsidiary of Lesha Bank, receives an ‘In-Principle’ Approval from the Capital Market Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Lesha Bank is pleased to announce that Lesha Capital, a wholly-owned subsidiary under incorporation in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has been granted an “In-Principle” approval by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) for managing investments and operating funds and advising. Once fully licensed, the activities of Lesha Capital will mark a significant milestone, enabling Lesha… Continue reading Lesha Capital, a subsidiary of Lesha Bank, receives an ‘In-Principle’ Approval from the Capital Market Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Lesha Bank acquires a residential building in the west bay, Qatar
Lesha Bank has completed the acquisition of a residential building located in the west bay Qatar through a subsidiary of the bank. The transaction value was QAR 280,000,000 (Two hundred eighty million Qatari Riyals).
Lesha Bank 2025 Q1 Net Profit rises by 41% to QAR 40.5 million
Lesha Bank LLC (Public) (“Lesha Bank” or the “Bank”) has announced its financial results for the three-month period ended March 31, 2025, reporting a net profit of QAR 40.5 million attributable to the equity holders of the Bank. This reflects a 41% increase compared to the same period last year, primarily driven by its aviation-related… Continue reading Lesha Bank 2025 Q1 Net Profit rises by 41% to QAR 40.5 million
Lesha Bank further Strengthens its Aviation Portfolio with Airbus A350-1000 Acquisition
Lesha Bank LLC (Public) (“Lesha Bank” or the “Bank”), through its aviation leasing platform, has successfully acquired four Airbus A350-1000 aircraft currently on lease to a leading global airline. This strategic acquisition follows the Bank’s recent acquisition of five Boeing 777-300ER aircraft, bringing its total aviation portfolio to nine aircraft. Lesha Bank’s strategic focus on… Continue reading Lesha Bank further Strengthens its Aviation Portfolio with Airbus A350-1000 Acquisition
Lesha Bank acquires an indirect stake in Edinburgh airport
Lesha Bank LLC (Public) (“Lesha Bank” or the “Bank”) recently indirectly acquired a stake in Edinburgh airport, through an investment in an infrastructure-focused investment fund managed by a renowned infrastructure fund manager. This investment aligns with the Bank’s strategic focus on resilient asset classes and marks the Bank’s entry into the global infrastructure investment market.… Continue reading Lesha Bank acquires an indirect stake in Edinburgh airport
BEST in class – Lesha Bank CEO, Mr Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi featured in The Business Year Qatar 2025
How did Lesha Bank perform overall in 2024, and what were its key achievements? The year 2024 marked significant strategic milestones for Lesha Bank as we strengthened our position as a leading Shari’a-compliant investment bank. Building on the growth momentum and success of previous years, the Bank demonstrated the robustness of its business model, achieving… Continue reading BEST in class – Lesha Bank CEO, Mr Mohammed Ismail Al Emadi featured in The Business Year Qatar 2025
Lesha Bank Holds its Annual and Extraordinary General Meeting
Lesha Bank LLC (Public) (the ‘Bank’ or ‘Lesha Bank’) held its Annual and Extraordinary General Meeting (meeting’) on Monday 24 February 2025 and approved all items listed on its agenda. Chaired by Lesha Bank’s Chairman, HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani Al Thani, the meeting took place at The NED Doha, attended by Lesha Bank’s Board… Continue reading Lesha Bank Holds its Annual and Extraordinary General Meeting
