Budget balance in relation to GDP in Qatar 1990-2030

In 2024, the budget balance in relation to the gross domestic product (GDP) in Qatar was estimated at about 0.70 percent. Between 1990 and 2024, the figure dropped by approximately 2.53 percentage points, though the decline followed an uneven course rather than a steady trajectory. From 2024 to 2030, the budget balance will rise by around 2.02 percentage points, showing an overall upward trend with periodic ups and downs.

The indicator describes the general government net lending / borrowing, which is calculated as revenue minus total expenditure. The International Monetary Fund defines the general government expenditure as consisting of total expenses and the net acquisition of nonfinancial assets. The general government revenue consists of the revenue from taxes, social contributions, grants receivable, and other revenue.