July 8, 2026

Japan Stocks Close Sharply Lower as Chip Shares Impact Market

Japan: Japan’s stocks closed sharply lower on Wednesday, dragged down by heavyweight technology and semiconductor-related shares, with the benchmark Nikkei posting its weakest close in nearly a month.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Nikkei 225 …

Oil Prices Surge Over 7% Following US Threats Against Iran

New york: Crude oil prices surged by more than seven percent today, following threats by US President Donald Trump to initiate new strikes on Iran.

According to Qatar News Agency, Brent crude futures increased by $5.93, or 8 percent, reaching $80.09…

Oil Prices Surge Over 3% Amid Middle East Tensions

Doha: Oil prices gained more than 3% on Wednesday amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Brent crude futures increased by $2.40, or 3.2%, reaching $76.56 a barrel. Similarly, US West Texas Intermediate crude climbed $2.26, or 3.2%, to settle at …

Dukhan Bank’s Net Profit Goes up in H1 2026

Doha: Dukhan Bank’s Net Profit has risen by 0.2 percent in H1 2026, reaching QAR 812,758,000, compared to Net Profit QAR 811,291,000 in H1 2025.

According to Qatar News Agency, the Bank’s figures published on the Qatar Stock Exchange website Wednes…