Total credit growth in Qatar strengthened in May 2026, with the year-over-year indicator rising to 1.60%, up from 0.50% recorded in April 2026. The figures, updated on 22 June 2026, reflect an improving pace of credit expansion in the Qatari economy.
The reported data are based on a year-over-year comparison, measuring the change in total credit in a given month relative to the same month a year earlier. The “previous” reading of 0.50% for April 2026 captured how credit in April compared to April 2025, while the current 1.60% figure shows how May 2026 credit levels stand against May 2025.
The uptick from April to May suggests a notable acceleration in lending activity across the financial system, signaling a more supportive credit environment for households and businesses as the year progresses.
