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Day: September 16, 2026

European Stocks Slide to Three-Month Lows

Doha: European shares dropped to a three-month low today as investors continued to shy away from risk amid rising oil prices and surging bond yields. The pan-European STOXX 600 index fell 0.3 percent to 634.18 points, marking its lowest closing level …

Qatar Central Bank Increases Interest Rates by 25 Basis Points

Doha: The Qatar Central Bank announced today an increase in its deposit interest rate (QCBDR) by 25 basis points to 4.10 percent, following an assessment of the State of Qatar’s current monetary policy.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Monetary P…

Qatar Engages in Economic Talks at Canada Investment Summit

Toronto: The State of Qatar participated in the Canada Investment Summit, held in Toronto on September 14-15, with the attendance of officials, decision-makers, investors, and representatives of financial and economic institutions. His Excellency Mini…

Japan’s Nikkei Index Records First Gain in Four Sessions

Doha: Japan’s Nikkei index rose on Wednesday for the first time in four sessions, supported by energy producers’ shares, which benefited from strong oil prices. The index erased losses incurred in early trading to close 0.69 percent higher at 63,923 p…

UK Inflation Reaches Five-Month High at 3.1% in August

Doha: UK inflation accelerated to a five-month high of 3.1% in August from 2.9% in July, driven largely by higher motor fuel and airfares, official data showed on Wednesday, putting inflation further above the Bank of England’s 2% target.

According …

QSE Index Opens 0.62% Lower

Doha: The Qatar Stock Exchange (QSE) general index fell 60.85 points, or 0.62%, to 9,712 points at the start of trading on Wednesday, driven by losses across all sectors. Data from the exchange indicated a widespread negative performance, affecting ev…

Japan Records Trade Deficit of 1.1 Trillion Yen in August

Japan: Japan’s trade deficit widened sharply in August 2026, as imports grew at a faster pace than exports, driven by a significant rise in the value of energy and electronic component imports.

According to Qatar News Agency, data from Japan’s Minis…

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