Doha: The Qatari daily Al Raya highlighted the resilience of the country's economy, noting its ability to sustain balanced growth despite regional and international volatility.

According to Qatar News Agency, in an editorial titled "Positive Indicators Reinforce Confidence in Our Economy," the paper pointed to recent financial and economic data showing steady performance, underpinned by strong flexibility in adapting to external changes.

The editorial stressed that the banking sector remains a cornerstone of this stability, benefiting from prudent monetary and regulatory policies and a diversifying economic base. This, it said, has strengthened confidence in the financial system and enhanced its capacity to support economic activity and finance productive sectors.

Citing international reports, particularly the S and P Global Ratings, Al Raya argued that Qatar's positive performance is not a temporary phenomenon but the result of years of economic reform and fiscal discipline. Structural factors have bolstered the economy's ability to adjust to shifting conditions, the paper added.

The editorial noted gradual improvements in non-hydrocarbon sectors, which have become key drivers of growth alongside continued investment in infrastructure and strategic projects. It emphasized that the balance between public investment and private-sector participation has expanded the production base, opened new opportunities for banks to diversify their portfolios, and reduced risk levels.

On the financial front, Al Raya cited S and P's reports showing steady growth in bank assets and customer deposits at Qatar Central Bank, reflecting sustained confidence in the banking system. Banks have maintained comfortable liquidity levels, allowing them to support economic activity without compromising financial safeguards.

These developments, the paper argued, come at a time when many global economies are tightening credit conditions, further reinforcing Qatar's financial stability and enhancing its appeal to both domestic and foreign investors. Supportive legislation, competitive financing costs, and strong credit ratings with a stable outlook have all contributed to this environment.

According to Al Raya, these factors have strengthened investor confidence and created a solid foundation for attracting long-term investment. The editorial concluded that Qatar's steady growth reflects a strategy rooted in planning and fiscal discipline, laying the groundwork for more sustainable development.

Al Raya pointed out that the banking sector remains a central partner in driving growth, not only as a financier but also as an active player in supporting economic transformation and strengthening resilience against future challenges.

The paper concluded that these positive indicators reinforce international confidence in Qatar's economy, with global reports projecting real GDP growth averaging more than 5 percent between 2026 and 2028.