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Qatar Central Bank launches first phase of Primary Dealer framework with Bloomberg

First phase focused on integrating the Bloomberg Auction System to enhance the local currency debt issuance process and workflows

UAE gold prices largely steady, global rates rise ahead of Trump’s inauguration

The Federal Reserve will likely hold interest rates steady on January 29

IMF projects 3.3 percent global growth in 2025, inflation to fall to 3.5 percent by 2026

Despite the stable global growth forecast, disparities among countries are widening

UAE gold prices rise AED1.5, global rates set for third weekly gain on Fed rate cut bets

Gold rose to its highest since December 12 after several sets of U.S. economic data pressured Treasury yields further

Google Pay set to launch in Saudi Arabia in 2025

Google Pay will offer users a secure and easy way to make purchases in stores, apps, and online

UAE gold prices rise AED1.5, global rates hover near 1-month high

Easing underlying inflation in the U.S. renewed hopes of a less restrictive Fed policy this year

Oil prices rise to $82.35 amid soft U.S. inflation, tightening global supply concerns

Crude oil WTI futures expiring in March rose 0.4 percent to $79.01 a barrel

Oil prices steady at $79.95 amid key U.S. inflation data release

Crude oil WTI futures expiring in March inched up 0.1 percent to $76.45 a barrel

UAE gold prices gain AED0.75, global rates rise ahead of U.S. CPI data

Data on Tuesday showed that U.S. producer prices increased moderately in December

The global economy in 2025: Stability amid uncertainty

IMF and OECD estimate that global growth could hit 3.2 to 3.3 percent this year

eSAMA: Saudi Central Bank launches e-services portal to digitize services

The new platform allows individuals, government entities, and businesses to access services electronically

Central Bank of Egypt reports $2.2 billion increase in gold reserves for 2024

This surge brings the total value to $10.644 billion by December 2024, a rise from $8.440 billion recorded in December 2023

IMF forecasts steady global economic growth, continuing disinflation in 2025

Georgieva noted that the U.S. economy is performing "quite a bit better" than anticipated

Global economic growth to remain at 2.8 percent in 2025, says UN

Western Asia's economy is set to strengthen to 3.5 percent in 2025, driven by improved prospects in Saudi Arabia and Türkiye

Oil prices surge to $81.22 due to potential supply disruptions, cold weather

Crude oil WTI Futures expiring in March increased by 1.7 percent, hitting $77.06 a barrel

UAE gold prices fall AED0.75, global rates dip on strong U.S. jobs report

The U.S. dollar index gained 0.17 percent to 109.83, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders

UAE gold prices rise AED1.5 as global rates increase ahead of December payrolls data

Prices are set for weekly gains as uncertainty over U.S. interest rates and trade tariffs boosts safe haven demand

Oil prices rise by 0.4 percent driven by increased heating fuel demand, cold weather across U.S.

Brent oil futures set to expire in March climbed by 0.4 percent to reach $77.22 per barrel

Oil prices plummet by 0.5 percent as U.S. inventories surge, China reports weak data

Brent crude futures for March delivery decreased by 0.5 percent, settling at $75.79 per barrel

UAE gold prices dip AED0.25, global rates rise as focus shifts to U.S. jobs data

The U.S. dollar index held steady at 109.09, nearing the two-year high it touched last week

UAE gold prices rise AED0.5, global rates inch lower on firmer U.S. dollar

The U.S. dollar index gained 0.03 percent to 108.57, making bullion less attractive for other currency holders

UAE gold prices gain AED0.75, global rates edge up ahead of U.S. job openings data

The benchmark 10-year Treasury yield hit its highest since May 2024 yesterday, impacting bullion's rise

Oil prices decline to $76.22 as economic data overshadows supply concerns

U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude dropped by 15 cents, or 0.19 percent, to $73.42