Economy InternationalEconomy InternationalenB10661D9-0C8F-4767-B0E0-85E2CACA6470https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/3/oil-prices-rise-brent-reaches-10525-a-barrelSingapore, November 03 (QNA) - Oil prices edged higher in early Asian trading on Tuesday.Tue, 3 Nov 2026 09:51:19 ZBAF4331C-C2C2-4379-A902-211838DF2A1Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/3/gold-eases-after-surging-over-2-in-previous-sessionSingapore, November 03 (QNA) - Gold prices ticked lower on Tuesday, after surging more ‌than 2% in the previous session on a drop in oil prices that eased inflation concerns, while investors awaited the outcome of US midterm elections later in the day.Tue, 3 Nov 2026 09:48:32 Z1B15744A-A677-488B-A527-5B80A3DA252Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/3/dollar-holds-steady-ahead-of-us-midterm-electionsSingapore, November 03 (QNA) - The US dollar traded in a narrow range on Tuesday as investors weighed uncertainty surrounding the upcoming US midterm elections, while the Australian dollar dipped after the Reserve Bank ‌of Australia hiked rates as expected.Tue, 3 Nov 2026 09:47:55 Z73BCE5B5-FF1C-4F98-B5DD-0E65AEFC1B83https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/2/european-stocks-close-higherBrussels, November 02 (QNA) - European stocks closed higher on Monday.Mon, 2 Nov 2026 23:24:05 Z0CCF115A-F369-480B-859E-CB55925F1CAAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/2/japans-nikkei-index-closes-lowerTokyo, November 02 (QNA) - Japan’s Nikkei share average traded lower on Monday as memory chip maker Kioxia tanked, while gains in Tokyo Electron and other firms with strong outlooks limited the losses.Mon, 2 Nov 2026 12:40:52 Z14CEB1E8-1026-472B-A5EA-B4996A2961B7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/2/dollar-steady-ahead-of-us-midterm-electionsSingapore, November 02 (QNA) - The US dollar was broadly steady against major currencies on Monday as investors looked ahead to this week's US midterm elections.Mon, 2 Nov 2026 08:44:58 Z51E6B6BE-922D-4B1D-8B81-6EDADFFDD70Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/2/gold-rebounds-07-to-390090-an-ounce-after-sharp-sell-offSingapore, November 02 (QNA) - Gold prices rose on Monday, recovering from a sharp sell-off in the previous session, as lower oil prices eased inflation concerns, while investors weighed comments from the US Federal Reserve for clues about the outlook for interest rates.Mon, 2 Nov 2026 08:41:35 ZF935BF9B-20EF-49D2-8154-26E29885327Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/2/oil-prices-slide-more-than-3-brent-falls-to-10975-a-barrelSingapore, November 02 (QNA) - Oil prices fell more than 3% in early Asian trading on Monday.Mon, 2 Nov 2026 08:18:05 Z22867960-3862-49C4-B3DE-A065A71F11DBhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-11/1/south-koreas-exports-surge-937-year-on-yearSeoul, November 01 (QNA) - South Korea's exports surged 93.7% in October from a year earlier, reaching a record high of $115.3 billion in more than five decades as booming semiconductor shipments and artificial intelligence demand powered overseas sales.Sun, 1 Nov 2026 10:47:35 Z8DDF0D21-7DE9-4534-B8FA-92224D321709https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/31/eu-and-canada-launch-new-alliance-to-strengthen-economic-and-security-tiesOttawa, October 31 (QNA) - The European Union and Canada have launched an "Alliance of the Future" to deepen cooperation in trade, energy, artificial intelligence, critical minerals and defense amid growing global economic tensions.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 13:34:19 Z4FE8B5D9-69BF-4A88-84ED-7BD50CD2FF77https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/31/xi-urges-closer-china-germany-ties-amid-growing-eu-trade-tensionsBeijing, October 31 (QNA) - Chinese President Xi Jinping has called for stronger economic cooperation with Germany as trade tensions between Beijing and the European Union continue to escalate.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 07:34:00 ZA4A0560C-36A6-492F-93CC-5559866A109Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/31/oil-prices-rise-more-than-2-percent-to-highest-levels-since-last-aprilNew York, October 30 (QNA) - Oil prices rose more than 2 percent today to their highest settlement levels since late April, as traders grew concerned about an escalation of the conflict in the Middle East.Sat, 31 Oct 2026 00:59:52 Z6BFDB817-6E03-4BC5-BF33-4566A33CA02Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/china-switzerland-sign-updated-trade-deal-to-cut-tariffsBeijing, October 30 (QNA) - China and Switzerland have signed an updated free trade agreement protocol, expanding tariff exemptions and improving market access for goods, services and investment. Fri, 30 Oct 2026 20:57:12 Z10711EBB-85DA-42A6-A9BC-D9C6CDCEB444https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/frances-annual-inflation-rate-climbs-to-34-in-october-highest-level-since-january-2024Paris, October 30 (QNA) - France's annual inflation rate climbed to 3.4% in October, up from 3.1% in September, reaching its highest level since January 2024, driven mainly by rising energy prices.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 17:43:32 Z388BD29B-7011-4C24-A343-80067395B1E3https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/world-cities-day-qatar-steps-up-drive-for-sustainable-cities-better-quality-of-lifeDoha, October 30 (QNA) - As cities grapple with rapid urbanization and growing housing needs, the focus is increasingly shifting towards creating urban environments that put people and quality of life at their center.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 13:02:22 ZD5E121B9-2297-4AE7-B803-4E403C825E0Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/boj-holds-interest-rates-steady-raises-inflation-forecastTokyo, October 30 (QNA) - The Bank of Japan (BOJ) kept its key interest rate unchanged at 1.25% on Friday, but raised its inflation forecast for fiscal 2027 and signaled further monetary tightening amid mounting price pressures.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 11:31:55 Z58F236BF-C51C-45FE-84FF-91F5CFF156FDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/gold-extends-losses-as-us-rate-hike-bets-weigh-on-pricesSingapore, October 30 (QNA) - Gold prices extended their losses on Friday as rising oil prices and US inflation data bolstered expectations of higher US interest rates, weighing on the non-yielding precious metal.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 09:53:53 ZF39A4FC5-DDD9-4195-AE50-5225EB55A30Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/oil-prices-rise-in-early-tradingSingapore, October 30 (QNA) - Oil prices rose in early Asian trading on Friday, driven by heightened market concerns over global supply shortages.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:33:18 Z400B634D-BF83-4138-9025-4B7AA5C21BFChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/gold-prices-fall-more-than-1New York, October 30 (QNA) - Gold prices fell more than 1% as rising US inflation strengthened expectations of further monetary tightening by the Federal Reserve, reducing the appeal of non-yielding bullioFri, 30 Oct 2026 08:31:47 ZD17129AD-321E-4D28-A875-B2BBF6C4B3A7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/wall-street-ends-lowerNew York, October 30 (QNA) - Wall Street's main indexes ended lower on Thursday, with the Nasdaq Composite leading the declines, shedding 1.36%.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 08:25:24 Z182DD2CC-CB0B-4FC6-B38B-53BFCB025AFChttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/30/fourth-qatar-real-estate-forum-and-cityscape-qatar-2026-concludeDoha, October 29 (QNA) - The fourth edition of the Qatar Real Estate Forum 2026 concluded Thursday after three days at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:33:20 ZCE12343B-0F71-44C5-90CA-17566D5487A1https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/european-stocks-open-mixedBrussels, October 29 (QNA) - European stock indices opened Thursday's trading mixed, as markets awaited the European Central Bank's monetary policy decision, alongside the announcement of financial results by a number of major companies.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 12:05:33 ZBD864676-4B05-4B5F-A5AE-F5B05208BBD0https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/samsung-electronics-q3-net-profit-soars-515-on-ai-chip-demandSeoul, October 29 (QNA) - South Korea's Samsung Electronics reported a 514.6% year-on-year surge in net profit in the third quarter of 2026 to 75.13 trillion won ($56 billion), driven by strong demand for artificial intelligence (AI)-related semiconductors.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:39:43 Z5F520790-6548-4B7B-A209-500434078B4Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/dollar-steady-as-markets-await-inflation-data-after-fed-decisionSingapore, October 29 (QNA) - The US dollar was little changed on Thursday after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady, as investors awaited inflation data for fresh clues on the outlook for US monetary policy.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:53:30 ZAB1E1475-168C-4903-BA3F-EB3CA625A805https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/oil-prices-retreat-after-previous-sessions-rallySingapore, October 29 (QNA) - Oil prices slipped on Thursday, reversing course after gains in the previous session, as Brent crude futures fell to $114.50 a barrel and US crude dropped below $102.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:53:11 Z3499DD23-3472-42FE-BA62-F48B8C08FB5Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/gold-slides-as-dollar-firms-after-fed-decisionSingapore, October 29 (QNA) - Gold prices fell on Thursday as a stronger US dollar weighed on bullion, with investors reassessing the outlook for US monetary policy after the Federal Reserve held interest rates steady.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 09:41:13 Z4103440F-51F7-4C4D-AE07-071470293DDDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/29/world-bank-projects-32-percent-surge-in-global-energy-prices-this-yearWashington, October 29 (QNA) - The World Bank has projected a 32 percent increase in global energy prices this year, alongside a 23 percent rise in overall global commodity prices, driven primarily by soaring energy costs, cargo shipping disruptions resulting from the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, and disruptions to grain shipments across the Black Sea.Thu, 29 Oct 2026 01:04:53 Z44A5101D-711C-4ABA-BBD1-B831BB15CF56https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/european-stocks-open-mixedBrussels, October 28 (QNA) - European stocks opened mixed on Wednesday, as investors awaited corporate earnings and remained cautious ahead of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision, while seeking to assess the outlook for interest rates and their impact on markets. Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:55:08 ZFC827B2B-73ED-4D1F-A1F7-33A7F44FCC4Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/japans-nikkei-gains-108Tokyo, October 28 (QNA) - Japan's Nikkei share average climbed on Wednesday, extending its winning streak to a second session as strong earnings from South Korean chipmaker SK Hynix reinforced optimism over demand for artificial intelligence-related chips.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:32:31 Z9DC23C39-CF5C-4BFC-BA94-C1C6B2798998https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/new-zealand-central-bank-holds-rate-at-275-defying-market-expectationsWellington, October 28 (QNA) - The Reserve Bank of New Zealand held its official cash rate (OCR) at 2.75% on Wednesday, defying market expectations of a rate hike in a split 4-3 decision, as policymakers weighed persistent inflation risks against economic uncertainty.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:25:05 Z2F356444-DAEF-4741-BE23-778227165F50https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/gold-slips-on-oil-fuelled-inflation-fearsSingapore, October 28 (QNA) - Gold prices ​ticked lower on Wednesday after the previous session's climb of about 1 percent, ‌as higher oil prices stoked inflation fears while investors awaited the Federal Reserve's policy decision later in the day for clues to the rate outlook.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:51:53 ZF4962E62-9272-4A2E-91D7-43143158E839https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/dollar-holds-gains-ahead-of-fed-decisionSingapore, October 28 (QNA) - The US dollar held at a two-week high on Wednesday ahead of policy decisions from central banks, including the Federal Reserve.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:46:11 Z0CA610C5-4D97-44EC-B384-F830CF67F92Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/oil-prices-rebound-amid-renewed-supply-fearsSingapore, October 28 (QNA) - Oil prices rebounded more than 1% on Wednesday as renewed concerns over potential supply disruptions in the Middle East lifted crude benchmarks, reversing some of the previous session's losses.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 09:22:09 ZF8135836-CAF8-42B9-ABF7-C176D3AE2F86https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/28/gold-prices-rise-by-about-one-percentLondon, October 27 (QNA) - Gold prices rose by approximately one percent today, supported by a decline in oil prices, as investors await the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy meeting this week for signals regarding the future path of interest rates.Wed, 28 Oct 2026 00:20:23 ZFB306CED-BF36-4710-A6C9-1FA933430052https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/gecf-secretary-general-to-qna-qatar-key-strategic-partner-in-shaping-energy-sector-futureDoha, October 27 (QNA) - HE Secretary General of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), Dr. Philip Mshelbila underlined role undertaken by the State of Qatar in the global liquefied natural gas (LNG) market.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 21:16:31 ZFB3F26E2-79BA-4F1B-9086-B6B30DE28DC9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/european-stocks-open-lowerBrussels, October 27 (QNA) - European stocks opened lower on Tuesday, weighed down by losses in banking shares, as investors awaited corporate earnings and monetary policy decisions expected this week.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:21:01 Z8FE8E62F-93D7-4967-A602-2679C0CD0A32https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/japans-nikkei-risesTokyo, October 27 (QNA) - Japan's Nikkei index closed Tuesday's trading up 1.73 percent, supported by gains in technology and semiconductor stocks, amid renewed optimism about the artificial intelligence sector following Anthropic's filing for a stock market listing.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:09:07 Z2E76BF4B-B077-462A-8163-6388157B346Fhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/oil-prices-drop-nearly-1-as-brent-slips-to-11481-a-barrelSingapore, October 27 (QNA) - Oil prices fell nearly 1% on Tuesday, with Brent crude futures slipping $1, or 0.86%, to $114.81 a barrel.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 10:18:13 Z9C7813AE-3C87-4A73-97C4-A69D6F473BBAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/gold-eases-on-firmer-dollar-ahead-of-fed-meetingSingapore, October 27 (QNA) - Gold ​prices slipped on Tuesday, weighed down by a firmer dollar, while investors looked ‌ahead to the Federal Reserve's policy meeting for fresh guidance on the outlook for interest rates.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 09:28:34 ZCA98E8EE-F248-4A0D-840B-490939076634https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/27/oil-prices-fall-at-settlementNew York, October 26 (QNA) - Brent crude futures fell at settlement on Monday.Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:22:34 Z59FC1059-7806-4FE7-908C-ADEAE6E4C2B6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/lesotho-prime-minister-strengthening-partnerships-between-privat-sectors-in-developed-developing-countries-supports-balanced-global-economyDoha, October 26 (QNA) - HE Prime Minister of the Kingdom of Lesotho, Samuel Matekane affirmed that strengthening partnerships between the private sectors in developed countries and their counterparts in developing nations contributes to supporting a balanced global economy.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 22:04:51 Z50BC7430-A0AA-4154-B902-D8AE386CF62Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/wif-2026-qba-urges-smes-to-benefit-from-financing-for-major-development-projectsDoha, October 26 (QNA) - The Qatari Businessmen Association (QBA) participated in a session titled "The Role of the Private Sector in Financing Development in Developing Countries," held as part of the ninth World Investment Forum (WIF 2026) in Doha.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 19:59:42 ZF16D5D15-1C2E-48C8-997C-CBDE23AF2797https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/european-gas-prices-surge-past-usd-108-for-the-first-time-since-2022Amsterdam, October 26 (QNA) - European natural gas prices surpassed USD 108.6 (EURO 97) per megawatt-hour for the first time since 2022.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:19:10 Z7F8ED50E-1F0A-43D7-A19D-2A39AD63BBA5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/european-stocks-open-higherBrussels, October 26 (QNA) - European stock indices opened Monday's trading slightly higher, supported by a limited decline in oil prices and relative calm in bond markets, particularly in France. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:44:11 Z94F81E0C-B13E-4685-90A7-35AB84A63694https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/japans-nikkei-dropsTokyo, October 26 (QNA) - Japan's Nikkei index fell 0.80 percent on Monday, closing at 62,189.65 points and extending its decline for a third consecutive session, while the broader Topix index rose 0.18 percent to 3,972.98 points. Mon, 26 Oct 2026 12:36:02 Z0AADA73B-D48E-4207-B00F-1F879F06F826https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/oil-prices-retreat-after-nearing-six-month-highsSingapore, October 26 (QNA) - Oil prices fell on Monday after rallying late last week to levels near six-month highs, as concerns over supply persisted.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:41:44 Z744FFC34-B0B0-4CA7-B527-784FD563AD3Chttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/26/gold-hovers-near-three-month-low-ahead-of-fed-meetingSingapore, October 26 (QNA) - Gold prices hovered near a three-month low on Monday as investors looked to the US Federal Reserve's policy meeting this week for clues on the outlook for interest rates.Mon, 26 Oct 2026 08:35:30 Z17590090-F4E6-4899-A11D-22871B89469Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/25/south-koreaas-current-account-surplus-reaches-11663-billion-in-second-quarterSeoul, October 25 (QNA) - South Korea posted the second-largest current account surplus among major economies in the second quarter, surpassing the combined surpluses of Germany and Japan.Sun, 25 Oct 2026 08:20:24 Z897D8603-B0F7-4403-A71F-7FD50BE18C31https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/24/oil-prices-surge-to-six-month-high-amid-middle-east-supply-concernsNew York, October 24 (QNA) - Brent crude rose 3.14% to $116.72 a barrel amid fears of further disruption to energy supplies.Sat, 24 Oct 2026 07:58:23 Z61A85C79-71B6-4A8E-A612-C76968A1DEB7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-10/23/european-stocks-close-lowerBrussels, October 23 (QNA) - European stock indices closed lower today, posting their steepest weekly loss since early September.Fri, 23 Oct 2026 23:25:58 Z