September 7, 2026

Dollar on Shaky Ground Despite US Rate Hike Expectations

Doha: The dollar remained under pressure Monday despite rising expectations of a US interest rate hike, as tensions in the Middle East fueled concerns about widening inflationary pressures, potentially prompting central banks worldwide to tighten mone…

Gold Steady Ahead of US Inflation Data Release

Doha: Gold held steady on Monday as market participants awaited key US inflation data due later this week for further clues on the Federal Reserve’s interest rate trajectory. Spot gold was almost unchanged at $4,424.40 per ounce, while US gold futures…

Qatar Central Bank Joins the Gulf Payments System AFAQ

Doha: Qatar Central Bank (QCB) announced on Monday that it had joined AFAQ Payments System, operated by the Gulf Payments Company (GPC). This completes the participation of the central banks of all Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries in the syste…