Qatar’s Foreign Reserves Rise to $72 Billion Supported by Gold and Liquidity

Qatar’s foreign exchange reserves recorded notable growth in 2025, approaching $72 billion, highlighting the strength of the country’s financial position and improved liquidity at the central bank.

Official data showed that total international reserves and foreign currency liquidity rose to about QAR 261.87 billion, up from QAR 255 billion a year earlier, reflecting a 2.65% annual increase.

Official reserves exceeded QAR 202 billion, supported by a sharp rise in gold reserves to QAR 58.5 billion, strengthening Qatar’s foreign exchange reserves.

Meanwhile, holdings of foreign bonds and treasury bills declined, along with balances at foreign banks, while Special Drawing Rights deposits at the IMF posted modest growth.

Analysts believe the improved structure of Qatar’s foreign exchange reserves reflects a balanced asset diversification strategy and enhanced long-term financial stability.