Crude oil futures sustain prices above $100 per barrel amid Middle East supply risks
Global crude prices remained elevated above $100 per barrel on Monday as market traders digest ongoing maritime transit friction and regional energy security concerns.
Read moreTrump proposes $5,000 stimulus payments ahead of US midterm elections
US President Donald Trump proposed a $5,000 stimulus check for every American adult if Republicans maintain control of Congress in the upcoming midterm elections.
Read moreGulf stock markets give mixed signals as investors weigh oil surge and regional risks
Saudi shares edged higher while Dubai and Qatar fell as Gulf investors assessed rising oil prices against growing risks to regional energy infrastructure and shipping.
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Qatar’s Islamic finance sector grows as banking assets reach QAR718.5 billion
Qatar’s Islamic finance sector continued to expand in 2025, with total assets reaching QAR718.5 billion, according to data released by the Qatar Central Bank.
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UAE non-oil trade hits record Dh1.94 trillion in first half of 2026
The UAE recorded Dh1.94 trillion in non-oil foreign trade during the first half of 2026, with non-oil exports reaching a record Dh453 billion.
Read moreQatar’s foreign exchange reserves rise 0.75% in August
Qatar’s international reserves and foreign currency liquidity increased by 0.75 per cent in August, according to new figures from Qatar Central Bank.
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Oman and Rwanda agree to deepen economic and investment ties
Oman and Rwanda have agreed to strengthen economic and investment cooperation during talks in Salalah between senior officials from the two countries.
Read moreGulf markets lose momentum as Iran-US tensions keep investors cautious
Gulf stock markets were mixed on Tuesday as investors weighed the latest Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia against growing concerns over shipping and energy disruption.
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Qatar to host UN World Investment Forum 2026 in October
Qatar and UNCTAD announce Doha as the host city for the 9th UN World Investment Forum from October 25 to 27, 2026.
Read moreGCC Customs Union advances emergency logistics transit framework
GCC customs heads meet to advance the unified Customs Union and review emergency logistical transit procedures for regional trade.
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Bahrain records 2.2 percent growth in non-oil GDP for Q1 2026
Bahrain’s non-oil GDP expanded by 2.2 percent in the first quarter of 2026, driven primarily by financial and insurance activities.
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Kuwait’s beneficial ownership registration tops 98 percent amid tighter anti-concealment rules
Beneficial ownership registration in Kuwait exceeds 98% as authorities tighten regulations against commercial concealment.
Read moreBahrain’s Al Salam Bank appointed joint lead manager for Saudi Arabia’s $2.75bn sukuk
Al Salam Bank has been appointed as a joint lead manager for Saudi Arabia’s $2.75 billion sukuk, reflecting strong GCC financial ties.
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Regional markets react to geopolitical tensions as oil prices climb
Oil prices extend their rally above $91 a barrel as geopolitical tensions and risks around the Strait of Hormuz persist across regional markets.
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Qatar real estate trading surpasses $90 million in one week
The Qatari real estate market recorded strong momentum, with weekly trading volume exceeding $90.47 million amid positive regional economic trends.
Read moreKuwait Bourse all share index closes lower in Thursday trading
Kuwait Bourse closed Thursday trading with the All Share Index declining slightly to 8,818.26 points.
Read moreQatar Stock Exchange general index opens lower under pressure from multiple sectors
The Qatar Stock Exchange general index decreased by 21.83 points at the open of Thursday’s trading session.
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Bahrain port operator reports significant revenue drop amid regional shipping disruptions
APM Terminals Bahrain reported reduced Q2 profits and a 25.4 percent drop in container revenue due to regional maritime disruptions.
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Bahrain task force gets new judicial powers to fight tax evasion
Bahrain’s National Bureau for Revenue grants judicial enforcement powers to 65 officials to combat tax evasion and monitor compliance.
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Kuwait CMA issues first overseas investment marketing license to Goldman Sachs
The Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kuwait has issued its first institutional marketing license for an overseas investment scheme to Goldman Sachs International.
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Gold price in Qatari market rises by 5.40 percent this week
Gold prices in Qatar increased by 5.40% this week to reach $4,262.84 per ounce, alongside significant gains in silver and platinum.
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Qatar Stock Exchange index opens higher as transport and telecom sectors gain
Qatar Stock Exchange index opens 0.70 percent higher at 10,163 points, driven by gains in transport and telecom equities.
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Saudi Aramco reports 33.4 billion dollar net income for second quarter of 2026
Saudi Aramco reports $33.4 billion net income for Q2 2026 and declares an $82.1 billion dividend for shareholders.
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Kuwait issues new anti-commercial concealment law to protect national economy
Kuwait’s new anti-commercial concealment decree aims to boost business transparency, ensure fair competition, and protect legitimate entrepreneurs.
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