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September 1, 2025

European Stocks Edge Higher as Defense Sector Rallies

Doha: European equities closed slightly higher Monday, buoyed by a rally in defense stocks. The pan-European Stoxx 600 index rose 0.17 percent to finish at 551.07 points. Leading the gains was the aerospace and defense sector, which climbed 2.1 percen…

Gold, Silver Hit Record Highs on Fed Rate Cut Hopes

Doha: Gold and silver prices surged to record highs on Monday, supported by expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut in September. Gold and silver prices experienced significant growth, with spot gold rising 0.8% to $3,475.72 per ounce, …

European Stocks Rise on Healthcare, Defense Gains

Doha: European stocks recorded gains during Monday’s trading, supported by strong advances in healthcare sector shares. The STOXX 600 index rose by 0.26 percent, reaching 551.56 points, after suffering its first weekly loss in four weeks on Friday.