House Economics, politics and regulation QIA’s core investments in its wealth fund QIA (Qatar Investment Authority) is the asset manager of the State of Qatar. It was established in 2005 with the primary goal of creating long-term value, as well as two other goals in support of Qatar’s prosperity: providing liquidity when needed to stabilize … Read more
The number of sovereign wealth funds has been increasing in recent years, giving governments greater flexibility in how they use their additional financial resources and diversify their investments for future generations. Although most were created in energy-driven emerging economies, sovereign wealth funds have recently become a more prominent financing tool in the developed world as … Read more
The race for Latin America and the Caribbean’s super-rich assets continues as global powers compete with local giants. Multinationals and giant private banks are increasingly looking to Latin America as a cornerstone of their growth strategy. Recently, global giants including Citi, UBS, BBVA and Santander have revamped their teams and opened new divisions in the … Read more