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Qatar’s sovereign wealth fund takes a stake in Audi’s future F1 team

Qatar Investment Authority has announced it will be a ‘long-term investor and partner’ to Audi’s F1 team from 2026.

Al Jazeera

Why Qatar is buying into troubled Audi F1 programme

"Be fearful when others are greedy – and greedy when others are fearful." The famous words of US investment guru Warren Buffett aptly sum up the Qatari Investment Authority's reasons for taking a shareholding in Audi's Formula 1 team.

Autosport

Audi insists VW Group crisis no threat to F1 project amid Qatar buy-in

Audi boss Gernot Dollner insists the manufacturer’s commitment to Formula 1 is not threatened by the financial dramas faced by parent company the Volkswagen Group.

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Qatar ‘set for buy in of Audi F1 team’ ahead of 2026 entry

German car brand Audi, part of the Volkswagen AG group, will buy 100% of the current Sauber team for 2026

The Independent UK

Canary Wharf to carve out terraces in £400m HSBC tower makeover

The redevelopment will reportedly cost between £400m-£800m and will allow allow the public to enjoy ‘outstanding views’ of London

The Independent UK

Canary Wharf Group to carve chunks out of HSBC tower after bank leaves

Revamp of 42-storey block when bank moves out in 2027 will include new terraces and leisure facilities

The Guardian - UK

Here’s What to Make of Big-Money Moves on SoFi Stock

A notable development in SoFi stock sees Qatar’s fund selling its stake, while the CEO purchases approximately $797k worth of shares shortly after. These contrasting actions reflect varying outlooks on SoFi’s future prospects and its competitive positioning in the financial market.

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HSBC to move out of Canary Wharf headquarters due to hybrid working

The bank, which aims to move to the former head office of BT, says it wants to reduce its global office space by 40%

The Guardian - UK

Uefa president makes club ownership admission that could aid Qataris' Manchester United takeover bid

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani is among the parties interested in completing a takeover of Man United.

Manchester Evening News

Man Utd takeover: Sheikh Jassim stance on falling foul of UEFA's multi-club rules

Manchester United bidder Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani has ties to Qatar's ruling elite - who own Paris Saint-Germain - meaning there could be a conflict of interest

Daily Mirror

Who has submitted a Manchester United takeover bid?

Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani have both submitted Man United takeover bids while Elliott Investment Management has offered to provide financing for a bid - but Glazers could yet stay

Manchester Evening News

Entwined Qatari ownership would make Man United a flagship for sportswashing states

The offer from Sheikh Jassim Bin Hamad Al Thani will be up against that of Sir Jim Ratcliffe for control

The Independent UK

Qatari banker Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani confirms Manchester United takeover bid

Sheikh Jassim bin Hamad Al Thani becomes the second bidder to publicly confirm their interest in a Manchester United takeover

Manchester Evening News

Saudi Arabia targets Man Utd takeover in late swoop to rival Qatar and Sir Jim Ratcliffe

The Glazers have set a deadline of Friday to receive outright takeover offers, with British billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe so far the only confirmed bidder for United

Daily Mirror

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The Independent UK

All confirmed bids for Manchester United sale as deadline looms

The Glazers announced a strategic review, including the possibility of a sale, last November

Liverpool Echo

FSG 'exit plan' is clear as truth emerges on Qatari 'talks' over Liverpool sale

100 days since it was revealed Liverpool's owners were ready to listen to offers, what happens next for the club?

The Independent UK

Is Qatar really buying Manchester United?

Current owners the Glazer family are said to be ‘like Succession’ with their family politics amid Man Utd’s potential sale

Daily Mirror

UEFA make decision on Man Utd takeover bid as Emir of Qatar spotted

A Qatari takeover bid for Manchester United is expected to be lodged ahead of Friday’s soft deadline with UEFA coming to a decision on a deal despite initial doubts

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Daily Mirror

Man Utd takeover: Emir of Qatar's PSG decision as immediate plan for Red Devils emerges

The deadline for interested parties to express their intent to lodge a bid for Man Utd is approaching and the emir of Qatar has now made a decision over French club Paris Saint-Germain

The Independent UK

Qatari investors to make Manchester United offer this week – reports

The club’s owners are exploring the possibility of a sale.

Liverpool Echo

Qatar interest in Manchester United takeover offers £5bn truth for Liverpool plans

Manchester United are the subject of takeover interest from Qatar

The Independent UK

Qatari investors considering buying minority stake in Manchester United

A full takeover of the club by anyone connected to Qatar is understood to be out of the question

The Guardian - UK

Manchester United Q&A: could Qatari investors realistically buy the club?

The Emir of Qatar is interested in purchasing United, but there are key barriers to a deal – including Uefa’s ownership rules

Liverpool Echo

Premier League urged to 'strengthen ownership rules' amid Man United and Liverpool takeover links

Both Liverpool and Manchester United have been the rumoured target of investment from Qatar

Liverpool Echo

FSG may have three credible options as private Liverpool interest set to step up

FSG are looking for investment into Liverpool and have been linked with a number of interested parties

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