The Banking Executive Issue - October 2025 Issue

Ahlibank’s Strategic Rise core fundamentals – like financial sta- bility, risk management, and customer trust – he has ensured the bank re- mained on solid footing during turbu- lent times. At the same time, his vision has propelled Ahlibank to in- novate and adapt, whether through digital banking advancements, new funding strategies, or talent develop- ment initiatives. This balanced ap- proach has positioned Ahlibank as one of Qatar’s most dynamic banks: it is large enough to play a key role in the economy, yet agile enough to em- brace change quickly. The results speak for themselves. Ahlibank closed 2023 with record earnings and enters the mid-2020s with strong momentum. Early 2025 results, for example, showed a robust Q1 net profit of QAR 229 million (up 5.1% year-on-year) along with healthy growth in assets, loans, and deposits. The bank’s operational re- silience and consistent strategy exe- cution give its leadership confidence about future growth. “We remain op- timistic about the bank’s future trajec- tory,” said Chairman Sheikh Faisal in a recent statement, praising Ahlibank’s ability to create sustain- able value in a dynamic market. That optimism is shared by AlEfrangi, who stresses that ongoing investments in digital transformation and national talent will continue to underpin Ahlibank’s growth and alignment with Qatar’s long-term vision. In a competitive banking landscape, Ahlibank under AlEfrangi has found its formula for success: stay true to your roots, put the customer first, em- power your people, and innovate for the future. This formula has turned the bank into a rising star in Qatar’s finan- cial sector, with accolades like being named among the Top 100 Listed Companies in the Middle East. More importantly, it has earned the trust of the community – from retail cus- tomers who rely on Ahlibank for “the most personal banking experience,” to corporate clients and international investors who see the bank as a reli- able partner. As Ahlibank moves for- ward, it does so with a clear message: guided by the objective and steady leadership of Hassan AlEfrangi, and supported by a dedicated team, the bank is committed to driving positive growth for its shareholders, innova- tive value for its customers, and sus- tainable development for Qatar. ISSUE 202 OCTOBER 2025 the BANKING EXECUTIVE 13