July 29, 2026

Mekdam Holding’s Net Profit Falls 35% in First Half of 2026

Doha: Qatar-based Mekdam Holding (QPSC) reported a 35.09% decline in net profit for the first half of 2026, with earnings falling to QR12.204 million from QR18.804 million in the same period last year.

According to Qatar News Agency, data published …

Qatar Demonstrates Labor Market Efficiency, Tops Global Ranking

Doha: The State of Qatar has achieved a new global milestone by ranking 2nd in the labor market index according to the 2026 IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook. The rank reflects the strength of the national economy, the efficiency of the labor market,…

European Stocks Open Higher Amid Investor Anticipation

Doha: European stock indexes opened higher on Wednesday, despite pressure on artificial intelligence-related technology stocks, amid higher oil prices and as investors awaited the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decision, while markets drew suppo…

Deposit Rates Update: Qatar National Bank Releases Latest Figures

Doha: Deposit rates at opening as issued on Wednesday by Qatar National Bank (QNB) indicate various fluctuations across different currencies and tenors. The rates are specified for USD, JPY, CHF, GBP, QAR, SAR, AED, and BHD, covering periods of 1 mont…