ADCB's Malik Says Qatar Has Deep FX Reserve Pockets

What has been the trend in the movement of Qatari and Saudi riyal forwards?

• The Qatari riyal has been stable while the Saudi riyal fluctuates.

• They have been moving in lockstep.

• They have been moving in opposite directions.

• Both have been highly volatile.

What is a critical factor for Qatar to manage its economic impact?

• Increasing oil production

• Access to foreign funding

• Reducing government spending

• Increasing domestic taxes

What strategy is Qatar likely to adopt to support its banking sector?

• Reduce foreign investments

• Shore up banking sector deposits

• Increase interest rates

• Cut down on public spending

What is the expected trend for Qatar's real non-oil GDP?

• It will decline to below 2%.

• It will slow down to around 3.5 to 4%.

• It will remain stable.

• It will increase significantly.

What challenge is Qatar facing in terms of construction projects?

• Overcapacity in the construction sector

• Lack of skilled labor

• Delays in construction material supply

• Excessive government regulations