Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demo...
Market research on consumer products, commercial industries, demographics trends and consumer lifestyles in Qatar. Includes comprehensive data and analysis, tables and charts, with five-year forecasts.
Falling demand for cigarettes in 2023 meant a forgettable year for tobacco in Qatar. Government efforts to curb tobacco use and the spreading preference among young adults for e-vapour products, the sale of which remains banned, have put huge…
In 2023, Qatar is witnessing a surge in beauty and personal care, driven by a burgeoning interest in various grooming products and services. With a flourishing salon and spa industry offering an extensive range of treatments, Qatar's affluent…
Tissue and hygiene in Qatar registered positive growth in 2023 as population growth and the affluence of the local population underpinned rising demand and the ongoing shift towards more sophisticated value-added products. While the low birth rate…
Qatar saw continued retail volume growth in home care sales in 2023. Growth was fuelled by an increase in the number of households and an enhanced focus on the need for hygiene in the home, thanks to the continuation of a trend that developed as a…
The demand for hot drinks contracted in 2023 with the end of the 2022 FIFA World Cup effect and slower tourism growth. However, other high-profile events ensured robust demand, with total volume sales higher in 2023 than in 2021. Premiumisation…
In 2023, demand for soft drinks in Qatar was fuelled by the constant stream of high profile events, which drove on- and off-trade sales. However, there was a dip in demand, following strong off-trade increases and the rebound in on-trade sales in…
Income levels in Qatar remain among the highest regionally, with one of the lowest unemployment rates. Nevertheless, economic disparities persist, against the backdrop of the country’s considerable wealth, and there are forecasts indicating an…
In 2023, Qatar faces significant challenges following the end of the World Cup and the positive effects that had on the industry. Post-event, manufacturers are navigating efforts to sustain sales levels. For example, many food production companies…
In 2023, Qatar anticipates a surge in cooking ingredient sales following the positive impact of post-World FIFA Cup tourism and ongoing efforts to attract investments. The country's luxury-driven society is set to further boost consumption. Urban…
The commodities country overview provides comprehensive data on production, consumption and price trends on key commodities markets. The commodities overview in Qatar covers production and consumption trends in agricultural commodities, energy…
Low taxation adds to Qatar’s economic freedom, but democracy is lacking and power is hereditary. Hydrocarbons are the mainstay of the economy, making the export base very undiversified, but inflation is falling and infrastructure is expected to be…
Consumer health registered strong sales growth in Qatar in 2023 thanks to strong purchasing power and rising interest in leading healthy lifestyles. The country’s high obesity rate has combined with the sharpened focus on health and wellbeing that…
In 2023, Qatar's dairy industry has witnessed significant developments. Local production has soared, surpassing consumption targets, with a growing surplus of milk and other dairy products. A surge in consumer awareness of healthy alternatives,…
The Doha in Qatar report provides comprehensive city level information benchmarked against other cities in the country and region. The report includes historic data and forecasts on city population, consumer expenditure, digital penetration, wealth…
Sales continue to rise in all snacks categories as population growth and high income levels support rising demand. Consumers are looking to healthier options at a time of spreading knowledge about the dangers of highly processed foods and their role…
In 2022, there was a huge rise in demand, which the FIFA World Cup generated in the country. With over three million football fans visiting in November and December, all alcoholic drinks benefited from a sudden surge in consumption. Qatar is a…
In contrast to previous decades, natural increase will be the sole contributor to population expansion in Qatar in 2021-2040, as net migration rates remain neutral for much of the timeframe. Nevertheless, foreign citizens will continue to account for…
Qatar’s regulatory and operational environment is attractive to companies, as it has a low tax burden, while the country’s business confidence grew in 2022, despite geopolitical headwinds. However, the efficiency of starting, operating and closing a…
This report provides a global overview of commodity market trends from 2017 through to 2022, including price forecasts up to 2024 for the key commodities in the Agriculture, Energy and Metals sectors. Insights analyse long-term global trends that can…
The report examines the economic landscape of Qatar and provides information on major monetary indicators, foreign trade, investments and government finance. The economy in Qatar expanded in real terms in 2022, driven by increasing public and private…