Brent$105.410.32%
Brent crude $102.36/bbl, up 0.4% today.
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Qatar

Middle East
Stable
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Qatar

Stable
AI Analysis Β· Updated daily

Qatar, a major global LNG exporter, experiences low direct vulnerability to the Iran conflict's oil supply disruptions, as its primary energy exports are natural gas and it has no oil import dependency. While the Strait of Hormuz is crucial for its shipping, Qatar has alternative export strategies and robust maritime security measures. The nation's substantial gasoline reserves for 730 days and stable domestic fuel prices ($0.45/L) highlight its strong energy resilience. Despite regional tensions, Qatar's economic outlook remains stable, driven by strong global demand for natural gas and its ability to navigate logistical challenges in the coming weeks.

$0.45
Gasoline /L
+18.4% vs pre-war
730d
Reserves
104 weeks
+4.2%
Food Inflation
Risk: none
N/A
Oil Imported
Hormuz: none

Fuel Prices

USD primary Β· QAR (QR) local

Prices shown per litre. Local currency conversion uses live exchange rates.Last updated: Apr 28, 2026

Gasoline
$0.45/L
QR1.64/L
+18.4% vs pre-war
Diesel
$0.38/L
QR1.38/L
+18.8% vs pre-war
LPG / Autogas
$0.25/L
QR0.91/L
Jet Fuel (Jet A-1)
$0.35/L
QR1.27/L
Pre-war baseline (Feb 2026): Gasoline $0.38/L Β· Diesel $0.32/L Β· Current prices are 18.4% above pre-war levels

3-Month Price History

Feb 21Mar 14Apr 4QR1.360/LQR1.455/LQR1.550/LQR1.645/LQR1.740/LPre-warβš” War
Pre-war baseline
Iran war starts (Feb 2026)
QAR Β· live rates

Strategic Reserves

Crude Oil Reserves
730days
104 weeks
24.3 months
Strong
Source: IEA/EIA
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✈ Jet Fuel Reserves (Jet A-1)
25days
4 weeks
0.8 months
Low β€” Under 30 days
Source: Estimated from strategic reserves
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Energy Dependency Profile

Oil Import Dependency
N/A
of total oil consumption
Hormuz Exposure
None
Strait of Hormuz risk
Food Import Dependency
90%
of food supply imported

Fertilizer & Food Security

Fertilizer Cost Change
+8%
vs pre-war (Feb 2026)
Food Inflation (YoY)
+4.2%
year-on-year CPI food
Food Security Risk
None
FAO / WFP assessment

News: Qatar

U.S. LNG Faces Limits Replacing Lost Qatari Supply - Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
U.S. LNG Faces Limits Replacing Lost Qatari Supply  Crude Oil Prices Today | OilPrice.com
Google NewsΒ·13h ago
The World Needs Natural Gas Now, but the U.S. Is Exporting All It Can - The New York Times
The World Needs Natural Gas Now, but the U.S. Is Exporting All It Can  The New York Times
Google NewsΒ·3h ago
Qatar opposes using Strait of Hormuz as leverage in Iran-US crisis - Crypto Briefing
Qatar opposes using Strait of Hormuz as leverage in Iran-US crisis  Crypto Briefing
Google NewsΒ·1h ago
IEA says Iran war will keep the global natural gas market tight for two years - CBS News
IEA says Iran war will keep the global natural gas market tight for two years  CBS News
Google NewsΒ·3d ago
Edison says Qatar may extend gas force majeure, sees US LNG filling gap - Reuters
Edison says Qatar may extend gas force majeure, sees US LNG filling gap  Reuters
Google NewsΒ·13d ago
Pakistan, Bangladesh Pursue Spot LNG Amid Qatar Cutoff - Energy Intelligence
Pakistan, Bangladesh Pursue Spot LNG Amid Qatar Cutoff  Energy Intelligence
Google NewsΒ·19h ago
Kazakhstan, Qatar Move to Boost Energy Security and Trade Connectivity - The Astana Times
Kazakhstan, Qatar Move to Boost Energy Security and Trade Connectivity  The Astana Times
Google NewsΒ·1d ago
Qatar LNG faces long road back after unprecedented disruption - Splash247
Qatar LNG faces long road back after unprecedented disruption  Splash247
Google NewsΒ·1d ago
Qatar’s helium exports to Japan hit one-year low on Iran war - Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI
Qatar’s helium exports to Japan hit one-year low on Iran war  Arabian Gulf Business Insight | AGBI
Google NewsΒ·6h ago
Can US exporters plug the Qatar LNG supply gap? - The Arab Weekly
Can US exporters plug the Qatar LNG supply gap?  The Arab Weekly
Google NewsΒ·3d ago

Government Response

Minor measures

Last updated: April 2026

  • LNG export rerouting via Cape of Good Hope adding 2-3 weeks to delivery
  • Emergency diplomatic talks with Iran for Hormuz transit guarantees
  • QatarEnergy spot market sales suspended; long-term contracts prioritised
  • Domestic gas supply guaranteed; export shortfall partially offset by higher prices
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Flight Disruption Risk

Moderate

Jet fuel prices have risen ~38% above pre-war levels globally. Expect fuel surcharges on most international routes. No specific disruption data available for this country.

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Inbound Supply Ships

IntelligenceFull manifest β†’

No inbound tankers detected

May indicate supply disruption

Crisis Summary

Risk LevelStable
Hormuz Exposurenone
CurrencyQAR (QR)
RegionMiddle East
Data SourcesIEA Β· EIA Β· FAO Β· WFP
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Data: IEA, EIA, World Bank, FAO, GlobalPetrolPrices.com Β· Updated daily

Not financial advice. For informational purposes only.

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