Quatar Economy 7-8-25

In 2025, Quatar Nominal GDP is expected to be $220.4 billion. Per capita GDP is $72,760. Population is 3,115,889. Inflation is 1.2%. Unemployment is 0.11%. 

Qatar's economy in 2025 is projected to see steady growth, with the non-hydrocarbon sector remaining robust and the hydrocarbon sector experiencing a boost from the North Field LNG expansion. The World Bank forecasts a 2.4% real GDP growth in 2025, accelerating to 6.5% in 2026-2027 due to the LNG expansion. Non-hydrocarbon sectors like tourism, education, and services are also expected to contribute to overall growth. 

Here's a more detailed breakdown:

GDP Growth: The World Bank projects a 2.4% real GDP growth for Qatar in 2025, with a significant increase to 6.5% in 2026-2027. 

Hydrocarbon Sector: While modest growth (0.9%) is expected in 2025, the hydrocarbon sector is anticipated to experience a substantial boost in 2026 with the completion of the North Field LNG expansion, which will increase LNG output by 40%. 

Non-hydrocarbon Sector: Non-hydrocarbon sectors like tourism, education, and services are expected to continue their strong performance, driven by infrastructure upgrades and international investments. 

Other Factors: The Qatar Economic Forum in 2025 highlighted the country's focus on innovation across various sectors, including energy, logistics, digital infrastructure, and healthcare. The forum also addressed the potential impact of global markets and geopolitical shifts on the region. 

Economic Freedom: Qatar's economic freedom score is expected to be 70.2, making it the 27th freest economy in the 2025 Index of Economic Freedom, according to The Heritage Foundation. 

Potential Risks: Some reports suggest that rising trade uncertainties and the potential impact of US tariffs on global growth could pose some challenges to Qatar's economy in 2025. However, the currency peg to the US dollar is expected to provide some stability. 

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Quatar has served as a neutral party between “bad actors” and the rest of the Middle East. Their role could be significant if Iran can become more stable and less disruptive.

Norb Leahy, Dunwoody GA Tea Party Leader