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Dollar Steady Near One-week High Amid Middle East Tensions

Doha: The US dollar hovered near a one-week high on Tuesday, as global markets grappled with conflicting signals emanating from the Middle East. Hostilities in the region have renewed fears over energy supplies, while simultaneous hopes for a ceasefir…

QIIB H1 Profits Rise 3.5% in H1 of 2026

Doha: Qatar International Islamic Bank (QIIB), a Qatari public shareholding company, saw its net profit increase by 3.5 percent in the first half of 2026, reaching QR 713.3 million, compared to a net profit of QR 689.1 million in the same period of 20…

Gold Falls to $4,000 an Ounce During Asian Trading

Doha: Gold prices fell during Asian trading on Monday, while several other precious metals posted gains during the session. Spot gold was down 0.4% at $4,000.55 per ounce, after hitting a two-week low on Friday and posting a 2.5% weekly loss. US gold …