Economics and statistics

Qatar is one of the richest energy-dependent economies in the world: the key driver is the extraction and export of natural gas and LNG (North Field) with active diversification into logistics, aviation, finance, construction, development and tourism.

The monetary system relies on a fixed riyal rate against the dollar, which helps contain inflation and ensures predictability of calculations.

A significant role is played by state investments and a sovereign fund that support giga projects and international assets; the banking sector is well capitalized.

The legacy of major sporting and cultural events strengthened the infrastructure: airports and air hubs, metro, roads, hotel stock.

The labor market is largely formed by expats, digital payments and e-commerce are growing.

For monitoring: total and non-oil GDP, LNG exports and gas prices, budget balance and public debt, balance of payments and reserves, inflation and rates, PMI of the non-oil sector, passenger and cargo flows through hubs, real estate transactions and employment - these metrics reflect the stability of domestic demand and the investment cycle.