Japan

Bank of Japan raises policy interest rate to 0.5 percent, highest in 17 years

Markets are pricing in one more 25-basis-point interest rate hike for Japan by the end of this year

UAE gold prices dip AED1.25, global rates ease on stronger dollar

Investors will look forward to Trump's speech at the World Economic Forum for more concrete announcements on tariffs

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

UAE, global gold prices rise with Fed’s policy decision in focus

Market focus is on the bank's economic projections and the dot plot which may offer additional insights into the monetary policy trajectory

Qatar Airways Cargo, Japan Airlines partner to strengthen airline cargo offerings

Over the past 12 months, both carriers have transacted 4,462 tons of import and export cargo in Japan

UAE-Japan ties: Abu Dhabi Crown Prince explores stronger bilateral ties with governor of Tokyo

In September this year, the UAE and Japan launched talks to reach a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement

Saudi Arabia’s PIF signs five deals worth $51 billion with top Japanese financial institutions

Agreements play a key role in the fund's strategy to boost financial collaboration globally and enhance cooperation in key sectors

Oman LNG inks 4-year sales, purchase agreement with Japanese Kansai Electric Power

Agreement encompasses the offtake of 0.4 million metric tons per annum of LNG from Oman LNG for four years starting in 2026

UAE gold prices down, global rates hover near record high on bigger rate cut prospects

Markets are currently pricing in a 69 percent chance of a 50-basis-point cut at the conclusion of the Fed's two-day meeting

Gold price hits new all-time high at $2,589 on larger rate cut bets, UAE prices steady

The U.S. dollar index fell 0.25 percent to 100.86, making gold less expensive for other currency holders

ADNOC, Japan’s Osaka Gas sign long-term LNG supply agreement for Ruwais LNG project

Agreement marks ADNOC's first long-term LNG deal with Osaka Gas, underscoring the long-standing energy partnership between the UAE and Japan