September 2, 2026

US Stock Market Sees Decline With Nasdaq Leading Losses

New york: Major US stock indexes ended lower on Wednesday, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the declines. The S and P 500 fell 54.19 points, or 0.71%, to close at 7,631.95. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 271.11 points, or 1.01%, to 26,099.77. The Dow J…

Venezuela to Double Oil Output by 2030, US Energy Secretary Says

Caracas: US Energy Secretary Chris Wright today announced that Venezuela’s oil production is expected to exceed two million barrels per day by 2030. Wright’s statement came during a press conference following his arrival in Venezuela to discuss an oil…

European Stocks Close Lower Due to Rising Interest Rates

Ramallah: European stock indices closed lower today, impacted by the sharp rise in interest rates. Germany’s DAX index fell by 0.50 percent, and France’s CAC 40 index declined by 0.26 percent. Britain’s FTSE 100 index fell by 0.30 percent, and Italy’s…

Japanese Shares Drop Amid Rising Tensions and Economic Concerns

Tokyo: Japanese shares fell at the close of trading on Wednesday, affected by renewed tensions between the United States and Iran, which pushed oil prices higher and raised concerns about an economic slowdown, while rising bond yields put pressure on …