Qatar GDP Growth Rate — 2026 Data, Trend & Forecast
Qatar's GDP growth rate was 2.90% in December 2025, down from 3.11% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 3.11%.
Qatar's GDP growth rate stands at 2.90% as of December 2025. The GDP growth rate currently sits at 2.90% (down from 3.11% in the prior year). Across the tracked window it has ranged between -7.31% and 30.01%, and is 0.21% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 214 economies tracked on this platform, Qatar ranks #119 on GDP growth rate by latest value. It fell from 3.11% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 3.11%.
What's driving it
Growth reflects household spending, investment, government outlays and net exports, and is sensitive to interest rates, global demand and confidence.
Recent readings
| Period | GDP growth rate |
|---|---|
| Dec 2025 | 2.90% |
| Dec 2024 | 3.11% |
| Dec 2023 | 1.19% |
| Dec 2022 | 4.19% |
| Dec 2021 | 1.63% |
| Dec 2020 | -3.56% |
| Dec 2019 | 0.69% |
| Dec 2018 | 1.23% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
What Is the GDP Growth Rate of Qatar in 2026?
Qatar's GDP growth rate was 2.90% in December 2025, down from 3.11% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 3.11%.
Is the GDP growth rate rising or falling in Qatar?
It fell in the latest reading — 2.90% in December 2025 versus 3.11% a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is GDP growth rate?
It measures how fast the economy is expanding, measured as the annual change in gross domestic product.