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State of Qatar
- Bond: QATAR 3.25 26
- Indicative Yield-to-Maturity (YTM): 4.10%
- Credit Rating : ( Aa2 / AA / AA- )
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Country Overview
AS OF 19 Aug 2025- Hydrocarbon-driven Economy: Qatar’s economy is primarily fueled by its vast reserves of oil and natural gas. As the world’s largest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), the country’s economic health and government revenues are highly dependent on global energy prices. This resource has endowed Qatar with one of the world’s highest per capita incomes and significant fiscal strength.
- Vision for Diversification: Under its Qatar National Vision 2030, the country is actively working to reduce its reliance on hydrocarbons. The government is investing heavily in developing a knowledge-based economy and promoting sectors like finance, logistics, and tourism to create more sustainable and diversified growth.Robust Fiscal Position: Due to high energy prices, Qatar has consistently maintained substantial fiscal and current account surpluses. These surpluses have allowed the government to build significant financial reserves and sovereign wealth, providing a strong economic buffer against external shocks and funding major infrastructure projects.
Macro Fundamentals
AS OF 19 Aug 2025- Pegged Currency and Monetary Policy. The Qatari riyal is pegged to the US dollar, which means the Qatar Central Bank's monetary policy decisions are closely linked to those of the US Federal Reserve. This policy provides a stable exchange rate and helps anchor inflation expectations.
- Strong Twin Surpluses. Qatar's external position is exceptionally strong, characterized by persistent and large current account and fiscal surpluses. While these surpluses have moderated from their 2022 peaks as energy prices have stabilized, they are projected to remain in positive territory, ensuring financial stability.
- Significant Public and Private Investment. Both public and private sectors are focused on large-scale infrastructure and development projects. Key investments, such as the massive North Field East LNG expansion and continued growth in the services sector (particularly post-World Cup), are central to the country's economic strategy.
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