September 1, 2025

Japan’s Nikkei Share Average Plummets Amid Chip Stock Decline

Tokyo: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell to a three-week low on Monday as chip-related stocks slumped, tracking a technology-led sell-off on Wall Street last Friday.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Nikkei dropped more than 2% to 41,849.82 at the…

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, …