September 29, 2025

Dollar Weakens Ahead of Key US Economic Data

Doha: The dollar came under pressure on Monday ahead of a series of US economic releases that could provide further clarity on the Federal Reserve’s rate path. Sentiment was further weighed by mounting concerns over a potential government shutdown.

Gold Hovers near Record High on Rate-Cut Bets

Doha: Gold prices rose on Monday to hover near an all-time high, supported by a weaker dollar and growing expectations that the Federal Reserve is likely to continue with interest rate cuts later this year. Spot gold was up 0.5% at $3,776.72 per ounce…

Qatar Leads Preparations for GCC Joint Security Drill

Doha: The State of Qatar chaired the third meeting of the preparation and planning cell for the joint mobilization exercise of the security agencies of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) states, known as Arabian Gulf Security 4. The meeting saw partic…

Israeli Airstrike on Southern Lebanon Kills One Person

Beirut: One person was killed in an Israeli airstrike targeting southern Lebanon, Monday. In a statement, the Lebanese Ministry of Public Health said that the strike targeted the town of Aita al-Shaab in the Bint Jbeil District, resulting in the death…