Is Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani A-List?
NoB
No — Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Reached A-list in 1995
Ascends to the Throne
Lost A-list status in 2013
Dropped to B tier — Abdication of the Throne
Ranking Timeline
1995A$1B
Ascends to the Throne
Becomes the Emir of Qatar, ushering in an era of transformation.
2000A$1.5B+$500M
Gas Resource Development
Oversees the development of Qatar's natural gas reserves.
2013B▼$2.4B+$900M
Abdication of the Throne
Abdicates the throne in favor of his son, Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
2026B$2.4B
Royal Family Influence
Remains an influential figure within Qatar's royal family.
Last updated: February 24, 2026