Qatar's Industrial Prices Rise 2.75% in May on Mining Sector Strength

Qatar's industrial producer prices continued their upward trend in May 2026, driven primarily by higher prices in the mining and manufacturing sectors. The general Producer Price Index for the industrial sector reached 123.01 points in May 2026, registering a 2.75 percent increase compared to April 2026.

The mining sector was the principal driver of the monthly increase, with its producer price index rising 2.96 percent in May compared to April. The increase was largely attributed to a 2.97 percent rise in crude petroleum and natural gas prices.

Manufacturing also recorded solid growth during the month, with its producer price index increasing 2.71 percent from April 2026. The strongest performers included basic metals, which registered an 8.74 percent monthly increase, followed by chemicals and chemical products, which rose 5.66 percent.