Qatar Live GDP
$127,727,522,173
GDP Added Today
$256,223,543
Qatar GDP (2026)
LiveQatar has one of the world's highest-income economies, driven by abundant natural gas reserves, oil production, advanced infrastructure, financial services, and international trade. The country is a leading exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG) and has invested heavily in transportation, logistics, tourism, real estate, and technology to diversify its economy. Supported by strong public finances and long-term development strategies, Qatar continues to strengthen its position as a major economic hub in the Middle East. This page provides the latest Qatar GDP data, historical trends, and economic outlook for 2026.
GDP Growth Rate (2026)
-8.60%
vs 2025
โผ โ11.40%
GDP Per Capita (2026)
$68,138
vs 2025
โผ โ$1,542
Global Rank (Nominal)
#58
of 218 countries
World Share
0.17%
of 2026 World GDP
Years Covered
1980โ2026
47 years
Qatar GDP Growth (1980โ2026)
Annual real GDP growth rate (%)
Historical Highlights
1980โ2026 GDP performance summary
Highest GDP
$235.71B
Lowest GDP
$4.21B
Average Growth
4.69%
1980โ2026
Best Growth
28.10%
Weakest Growth
-14.60%
Share of World GDP (2026)
Qatar
0.17%
United States
25.58%
China
16.47%
Germany
4.31%
Japan
3.46%
Rest of World
50.01%
Key Findings
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Qatar's GDP in 2026 is $217.42B.
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It ranks #58 among 218 countries.
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Qatar contributes 0.17% to the world economy.
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GDP per capita is $68,138 in 2026.
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The economy recorded GDP growth of -8.60% in 2026.
Historical Data
Qatar GDP Historical Data (1980โ2026)
| 2026 | $217,416,000,000 | -8.60% | $68,138 | 0.17% | #58 |
| 2025 | $221,229,000,000 | 2.80% | $69,680 | 0.19% | #57 |
| 2024 | $219,163,000,000 | 2.40% | $69,720 | 0.20% | #57 |
| 2023 | $217,309,000,000 | 1.50% | $70,946 | 0.20% | #56 |
| 2022 | $235,709,000,000 | 4.20% | $80,385 | 0.23% | #53 |
| 2021 | $179,732,000,000 | 1.60% | $65,401 | 0.18% | #58 |
| 2020 | $144,411,000,000 | -3.60% | $50,962 | 0.17% | #58 |
| 2019 | $176,371,000,000 | 0.70% | $63,008 | 0.20% | #56 |
| 2018 | $183,335,000,000 | 1.20% | $66,422 | 0.21% | #55 |
| 2017 | $161,099,000,000 | -1.50% | $59,128 | 0.20% | #56 |
| 2016 | $151,732,000,000 | 3.10% | $57,965 | 0.20% | #55 |
| 2015 | $161,740,000,000 | 4.80% | $66,347 | 0.21% | #56 |
| 2014 | $206,225,000,000 | 5.30% | $93,054 | 0.26% | #54 |
| 2013 | $198,728,000,000 | 5.60% | $99,180 | 0.25% | #54 |
| 2012 | $186,834,000,000 | 4.70% | $101,933 | 0.25% | #54 |
| 2011 | $167,775,000,000 | 11.30% | $96,828 | 0.22% | #56 |
| 2010 | $119,707,000,000 | 17.70% | $69,796 | 0.18% | #59 |
| 2009 | $88,196,000,000 | 13.10% | $53,823 | 0.14% | #63 |
| 2008 | $112,621,000,000 | 17.50% | $72,485 | 0.17% | #59 |
| 2007 | $75,987,000,000 | 18.20% | $65,934 | 0.13% | #63 |
| 2006 | $58,629,000,000 | 28.10% | $60,592 | 0.11% | #64 |
| 2005 | $44,636,000,000 | 7.80% | $54,358 | 0.09% | #65 |
| 2004 | $30,651,000,000 | 19.20% | $42,548 | 0.07% | #69 |
| 2003 | $23,716,000,000 | 4.00% | $35,920 | 0.06% | #69 |
| 2002 | $19,334,000,000 | 6.90% | $30,701 | 0.05% | #73 |
| 2001 | $17,498,000,000 | 4.50% | $28,600 | 0.05% | #75 |
| 2000 | $18,085,000,000 | 6.90% | $30,461 | 0.05% | #76 |
| 1999 | $11,266,000,000 | 3.80% | $19,690 | 0.03% | #89 |
| 1998 | $8,488,000,000 | 10.30% | $15,422 | 0.03% | #99 |
| 1997 | $9,976,000,000 | 27.70% | $18,842 | 0.03% | #92 |
| 1996 | $7,761,000,000 | 4.20% | $15,143 | 0.02% | #97 |
| 1995 | $6,861,000,000 | 0.40% | $13,690 | 0.02% | #98 |
| 1994 | $5,946,000,000 | 1.90% | $12,009 | 0.02% | #99 |
| 1993 | $5,804,000,000 | -0.90% | $11,797 | 0.02% | #96 |
| 1992 | $6,384,000,000 | 10.40% | $13,039 | 0.03% | #88 |
| 1991 | $5,579,000,000 | -1.50% | $11,501 | 0.02% | #87 |
| 1990 | $6,266,000,000 | -14.60% | $13,150 | 0.03% | #81 |
| 1989 | $4,502,000,000 | 5.30% | $11,040 | 0.02% | #89 |
| 1988 | $4,260,000,000 | 4.70% | $10,854 | 0.02% | #92 |
| 1987 | $4,441,000,000 | 0.90% | $11,773 | 0.03% | #87 |
| 1986 | $4,214,000,000 | 3.70% | $11,644 | 0.03% | #91 |
| 1985 | $5,339,000,000 | -13.00% | $15,496 | 0.04% | #79 |
| 1984 | $5,708,000,000 | 16.00% | $17,497 | 0.05% | #78 |
| 1983 | $5,506,000,000 | -5.30% | $18,004 | 0.05% | #78 |
| 1982 | $6,467,000,000 | -8.20% | $22,657 | 0.06% | #76 |
| 1981 | $7,374,000,000 | -3.90% | $27,820 | 0.06% | #75 |
| 1980 | $6,665,000,000 | -1.00% | $27,242 | 0.06% | #75 |
Qatar GDP Projections (IMF)
i| Year | GDP Nominal (Current USD) | GDP Growth Rate (%) | GDP Per Capita (USD) | World Share (%) | Global Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | $237,026,000,000 | 8.60% | $73,915 | 0.18% | #57 |
| 2028 | $250,997,000,000 | 5.80% | $77,882 | 0.18% | #57 |
| 2029 | $271,458,000,000 | 7.80% | $83,812 | 0.19% | #56 |
| 2030 | $288,882,000,000 | 5.90% | $88,747 | 0.19% | #56 |
| 2031 | $304,998,000,000 | 5.00% | $93,232 | 0.19% | #56 |
Qatar Economy Overview
Qatar has a diversified economy in which the energy sector remains the primary source of export earnings and government revenue. Natural gas production, LNG exports, crude oil, and petrochemicals form the foundation of economic activity. The services sector contributes a significant share of GDP through finance, transportation, aviation, telecommunications, healthcare, education, hospitality, and professional services.
Construction and infrastructure development have transformed the country's transportation networks, ports, airports, and urban centers. Manufacturing includes chemicals, fertilizers, steel, aluminum, cement, and food processing, while renewable energy and digital technologies are receiving increasing investment. Qatar also continues to expand logistics, tourism, sports, and knowledge-based industries as part of its long-term economic diversification strategy.
Qatar GDP Outlook
Qatar's economic outlook is supported by continued expansion of natural gas production, strong export demand, infrastructure investment, and growth in non-energy sectors. Rising activity in finance, tourism, logistics, technology, and advanced manufacturing is expected to strengthen economic diversification over time. However, fluctuations in global energy prices, external economic conditions, and geopolitical developments may influence short-term performance. Despite these risks, Qatar remains one of the strongest and most resilient economies in the Gulf region, backed by substantial financial reserves and long-term investment plans.