Doha: Ten
Qatari family businesses have been featured in Forbes Middle East's list of the
Top 100 Arab Family Businesses for 2026. The ranking includes Power
International Holding (Rank 7), Al Faisal Holding (Rank 8), Darwish Holding
(Rank 28), Alfardan Corporation (Rank 58), Abu Issa Holding (Rank 70), Mohamed
bin Hamad Holding Company (Rank 73), Al Muftah Group (Rank 77), Almana Group
(Rank 78), Jaidah Group (Rank 89), and Marzooq Shamlan Al Shamlan Holding (Rank
94).
According
to Forbes, this year's list reflects both durability and transformation, with
companies acquiring businesses, listing subsidiaries, and expanding into new
markets. Power International Holding secured infrastructure contracts worth $11
billion in Syria, including the redevelopment of Damascus International Airport
and 5,000 MW power projects.
GCC companies dominate the ranking with 86 entries, including 32 from Saudi Arabia, 31 from the UAE, and 10 from Qatar. The list also features businesses from Egypt, Jordan, Morocco, Lebanon, and Algeria. Forbes noted that Arab family businesses play a major role in private-sector wealth, employing millions across sectors including energy, construction, retail, healthcare, logistics, and financial services.
