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Fluctuating Exchange Rates in Qatar Impact Currency Valuation

Doha: Recent data from Qatar reveals significant fluctuations in exchange rates for various currencies, impacting financial transactions across the region. The data, highlighting the buying and selling rates for several currencies, underscores the dyn…

Saudi Stock Market Index Closes Lower by 9.34 Points

Riyadh: The main Saudi stock index concluded Monday’s trading session with a decline, slipping by 9.34 points to settle at 11,262.62 points. The trading activity for the day was recorded with a total value of SAR 4.4 billion.

According to Qatar News…

Japan’s Nikkei Gains as US-Iran Deal Anticipation Grows

Japan’s nikkei index: Japan’s Nikkei index rose at closing time on Monday, amid hopes of a possible easing in the intensity of the war in West Asia.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Nikkei climbed 0.55 percent to 53,413.68 points, while the broad…

Oil Prices Rise by Around 2% Amid Middle East Conflict

Islamabad: Oil prices rose at the start of trading today, amid the ongoing war in the Middle East and its impact on global energy supplies. Brent crude futures increased by $2.4, or 2.2 percent, to reach $111.43 per barrel. US West Texas Intermediate …

IMF Predicts Global Economic Growth and Lower Inflation by 2026

Doha: Amid the rapid developments the world is witnessing due to ongoing geopolitical conflicts and the impact of natural disasters and extreme weather events, and despite technological advancements and the AI revolution, uncertainty arising from thes…

Nikkei Drops for Fifth Session

Tokyo: The Japanese Nikkei index fell 0.4 percent on Wednesday to close at 52,0774.64 points, extending a five-day losing streak, its longest in a year. The broader Topix index also fell 1 percent to 3,589.70.

According to Qatar News Agency, Japanes…

European Stocks Close Mixed After Trump’s Davos Speech

Doha: European stocks closed mixed on Wednesday following US President Donald Trump’s speech at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, amid expectations of a trade war between the European Union and the United States. The pan-European Stoxx 6…

Muscat Stock Exchange Index Closes Lower

Muscat: The Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) general index 30 witnessed a decline on Wednesday, closing at 6,187.19 points. This marks a decrease of 59.2 points or 0.948 percent from the previous close, which was at 6,246.39 points.

According to Qatar Ne…

Oman Crude Reaches $62.49 Per Barrel

Muscat: The official price of Oman crude oil for March 2026 delivery stood at $62.49 per barrel on Wednesday. The price of Oman crude oil rose by 27 cents, compared to Tuesday’s price of $62.22.

According to Qatar News Agency, the monthly average pr…

Al Arabi Crowned Champion of 3€š¬‚¬3 Basketball Clubs League

Doha: Al Arabi Club has been crowned champion of the Under-16 3€š¬‚¬3 Basketball Clubs League for the 2025-2026 season, after topping the overall standings at the conclusion of four rounds. The team achieved a perfect record with 400 points out of a p…

Al Arabi Defeat Al Duhail to Win Qatar Handball Cup

Doha: Al Arabi were crowned champions of the Qatar Handball Cup for the 2025-2026 season after defeating Al Duhail 31-29 in the final match held Monday at the Al Duhail Sports Hall.

According to Qatar News Agency, Al Arabi delivered an outstanding p…

Qatar Chess Association Engages in Key FIDE Meeting in Cyprus

Nicosia: The Qatar Chess Association has participated in the International Chess Federation (FIDE) meeting held in Cyprus, on the sidelines of the Candidates Tournament, which features eight male and eight female players. The winners of both tournamen…

Police SC Crowned as Qatar Volleyball Cup Champions for 3rd Time

Doha: Police SC won the Qatar Volleyball Cup (2025 – 2026) on Sunday for the 3rd time ever, after defeating Al Arabi by three sets to one.

According to Qatar News Agency, HE First Vice-President of the Qatar Olympic Committee Mohammed bin Yousef Al M…