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Qatar Wealth Fund Invests in Goldman Alums’ Credit Firm 5C

Bloomberg Markets
Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:01 AM
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Qatar’s $580 billion sovereign wealth fund is investing in a private credit firm run by former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. partners Tom Connolly and Michael Koester, according to people with knowledge...

Qatar’s $580 billion sovereign wealth fund is investing in a private credit firm run by former Goldman Sachs Group Inc. partners Tom Connolly and Michael Koester, according to people with knowledge with the matter.

Glass House Analysis

This development in the banking sector reflects broader tensions between regulatory pressure and financial industry practices. The banking system serves as the circulatory system of the economy; any disruption ripples through to small businesses, homebuyers, and everyday consumers who depend on credit access.

The implications extend beyond the immediate news cycle. Every economic development creates ripples that affect employment, prices, and opportunities in ways that may not be immediately visible but are deeply felt. By tracking these connections, we can better understand how the economy truly works—not as an abstract machine, but as a human system shaped by and shaping the lives of millions.

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