Economy InternationalEconomy Internationalen73EDD778-6869-40A4-B616-5DF5E1CE8DCEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/7/chinas-foreign-exchange-reserves-up-by-317-billionBeijing, June 07 (QNA) - China's foreign exchange reserves totaled $3.4422 trillion at the end of May 2026, up by $31.7 billion, or 0.93 percent, from the end of April.Sun, 7 Jun 2026 12:53:16 ZB7E307D0-761D-492E-A20C-0C6630C4E503https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/6/oil-prices-fall-by-over-2-percent-at-settlementNew York, June 5 (QNA) - Oil prices fell more than 2 percent at settlement today as traders grew more confident that tensions in the Middle East were easing.Sat, 6 Jun 2026 00:16:28 ZD04D7975-325A-4901-BF76-3DE16E4CBF13https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/5/eurozone-economy-contracts-in-first-quarter-as-growth-momentum-weakensBrussels, June 05 (QNA) - The eurozone economy slipped into contraction during the first quarter of 2026, according to final estimates released by the European Union's statistical office, Eurostat.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 16:45:29 ZCD33A751-4EDB-439B-9A55-F78538CB676Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/5/european-stocks-open-mixed-amid-middle-east-uncertainty-and-oil-price-volatilityBrussels, June 05 (QNA) - European stock markets opened mixed on Friday as investors weighed geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East and continued fluctuations in global oil prices.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 14:36:21 Z44C27649-54B6-434B-87FC-7AF58304B68Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/5/gold-prices-slip-heading-for-weekly-loss-on-interest-rate-concernsSingapore, June 05 (QNA) - Gold prices edged lower in Asian trading on Friday and were on track for a weekly loss amid persistent Middle East tensions, rising inflation, and growing concerns over higher interest rates.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 13:08:15 Z446E16CC-98F7-4688-A8DE-9B6A71913B25https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/5/oil-prices-rise-amid-continuing-tensions-in-middle-eastSingapore, June 05 (QNA) - Oil prices rose today amid continuing tensions in the Middle East and limited traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 10:56:01 ZE801EBE4-38C3-4AD6-8F1A-22F7F95E3314https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/5/arab-innovation-and-investment-forum-prepares-fifth-edition-in-cairoCairo, June 04 (QNA) - Preparations for the fifth Arab Innovation and Investment Forum advanced on Thursday during a preparatory meeting held at the Arab League headquarters in Cairo, bringing together government representatives, banks, investors, entrepreneurs, and economic institutions.Fri, 5 Jun 2026 00:07:45 ZB9A8A008-AC26-4AE9-B933-0D6C7500871Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/4/japanese-stocks-close-lowerTokyo, June 04 (QNA) - Japanese stock indexes closed lower at the end of trading on Thursday.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 13:13:48 Z4ED76BE0-AC62-4429-9C8E-8F8AF2D62602https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/4/european-stocks-open-higherBrussels, June 04 (QNA) - European stock indexes rose at the start of trading on Thursday.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 12:33:24 ZEB3F2E68-6379-43F5-A077-39FD296E38BAhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/4/dollar-clings-to-2-month-high-japanese-yen-slightly-weakensSingapore, June 04 (QNA) - The dollar clung to its recent strength near a two-month high on Thursday, supported by the strong performance it recorded during recent sessions in global currency markets.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 11:48:52 ZEBDCD82D-A5B5-4A60-976A-DE98C7013F97https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/4/gold-rises-on-weaker-dollar-oilSingapore, June 04 (QNA) - Gold prices rose on Thursday, supported by lower crude oil prices and a weaker dollar.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 09:29:37 Z05AC794D-21C2-4BA1-96F9-67A942D26789https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/4/oil-falls-with-brent-crude-recording-9714-per-barrelBeijing, June 04 (QNA) - Oil prices declined Thursday, after gains in previous sessions, amid investors monitoring developments in global markets.Thu, 4 Jun 2026 08:53:34 Z810D1401-0CFE-4B18-A3E4-81617AA27C32https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/oil-prices-end-slightly-higherNew York, June 03 (QNA) - Oil prices rose modestly on Wednesday at the close of trading.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 23:09:24 Z43F91723-37B7-4F10-8802-7A1FF7B07B3Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/gold-falls-1-percentLondon, June 03 (QNA) - Gold prices fell on Wednesday, weighed down by expectations of persistent inflation driven by the war in the Middle East.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 22:43:40 ZFC772FA0-C1AB-476C-A06C-1247D27278A2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/european-stocks-close-lowerBrussels, June 03 (QNA) - European stock indexes closed lower on Wednesday as investors assessed US proposals to impose new sweeping tariffs on 60 countries.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 21:40:56 ZECC6A4CA-90A2-443B-9C7D-3DD792D071E5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/spief-director-to-qna-forum-explores-global-challenges-cooperation-opportunitiesSt. Petersburg, June 03 (QNA) - Director of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum 2026 (SPIEF) Alexey Valkov said the forum continues to reinforce its position as a leading global platform that brings together decision-makers, business leaders and experts from around the world to discuss major economic challenges and explore opportunities for future cooperation and partnerships.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 19:10:49 Z179CD63F-BD42-4EC7-9E28-C4583C3498E2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/japans-nikkei-tops-68000-as-ai-stocks-rallyTokyo, June 03 (QNA) - Japan's Nikkei index closed above the 68,000 mark for the first time on Wednesday, just two days after breaking through 67,000, supported by strong gains in artificial intelligence-related stocks despite ongoing concerns about developments in West Asia.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 13:45:16 Z144488DE-CBF8-4A3A-8E97-2E2B10C46B82https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/us-dollar-gains-as-us-iran-talks-falterSingapore, June 03 (QNA) - Oil prices rose for a third day running on Wednesday as fresh hostilities flared in the Gulf after US-Iran peace talks stalled.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:59:51 Z3687EEA7-06A7-4EBC-A73C-109135686128https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/european-stocks-fall-as-oil-prices-riseBrussels, June 03 (QNA) - European stock markets opened lower on Wednesday, pressured by renewed tensions in West Asia and rising oil prices, while developments on the ground reduced hopes of reaching a near-term agreement that would ease the crisis.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:52:20 ZF164694C-EBEF-415B-9C3C-1ACB51F803ABhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/gold-prices-fall-as-middle-east-developments-accelerateSingapore, June 03 (QNA) - Gold prices slipped on Wednesday as renewed hostilities in the Middle East pushed crude oil prices higher, reinforcing concerns that interest rates will remain elevated for longer to curb inflation.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 11:01:50 ZA292C948-0637-4B35-BF28-F932C5E4B457https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/oil-prices-rise-more-than-1-in-early-tradingSingapore, June 03 (QNA) - Oil prices rose more than 1% in early trade on Wednesday as diplomatic efforts between Iran and the United States faltered and markets closely monitor developments related to the conflict in the Middle East and their potential impact on global energy supplies.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 10:33:11 Z25F74CE5-171A-4482-BA6D-6E1F9F081BEEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/us-stock-indexes-close-higherNew York, June 02 (QNA) - Major US stock indexes ended higher on Tuesday, with all three benchmark indexes posting gains at the close of trading on Wall Street.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 02:41:53 Z54ACFAE7-9ED9-4A13-86C7-D23622A508FDhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/3/india-and-us-close-to-first-phase-of-trade-deal-minister-saysNew Delhi, June 03 (QNA) - India and the United States are close to finalizing the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement after months of negotiations, according to India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal.Wed, 3 Jun 2026 00:21:26 Z233318B9-9258-4965-B85B-9E3ABC1A7EB9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/oil-prices-rise-about-1-percent-at-settlementNew York, June 02 (QNA) - Oil prices rose by about 1 percent at settlement on Tuesday, reaching their highest levels in a week amid volatile trading as markets monitored developments in the Middle East.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 23:56:06 Z6113C3CC-825A-4F65-9D1E-9842842E2A95https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/economic-expert-to-qna-asean-6-consolidating-their-position-as-one-of-worlds-most-dynamic-growth-centersDoha, June 02 (QNA) - Southeast Asian countries have emerged as one of the regions most capable of sustaining growth momentum and achieving remarkable economic performance, despite mounting challenges facing the global economy, including slowing growth, supply chain disruptions, and escalating geopolitical tensions.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 19:01:40 ZE1B0F17B-176D-44BD-8199-328F59C0DBA7https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/oil-inventories-could-reach-critical-levels-ahead-of-peak-summer-demand-says-ieaLondon, June 02 (QNA) - Global oil inventories could reach critical levels ahead of the peak summer demand period if stock draws continue at their current pace, the International Energy Agency (IEA) said on Tuesday. Tue, 2 Jun 2026 16:58:12 Z630C646C-54A3-4DB2-A340-D0DC285AD392https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/eurozone-inflation-rises-to-32-percent-in-mayBrussels, June 02 (QNA) - Inflation in the eurozone rose to 3.2 percent year-on-year in May.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 14:50:30 ZD3A8E19B-CC30-4AB6-8308-A25EE367232Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/japanese-stocks-close-lowerTokyo, June 02 (QNA) - Japanese stock indexes closed lower at the end of trading on Tuesday, after the Nikkei retreated from the all-time high it recorded in the previous session.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 12:18:45 Z0934B992-1C3A-4A2E-80E5-3B80700FBBB6https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/european-stocks-open-higherBrussels, June 02 (QNA) - European stock indexes rose at the start of trading on Tuesday. Tue, 2 Jun 2026 11:54:18 Z275A45E0-5C23-4855-B1B2-51D7B21D1C1Ahttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/oil-prices-hold-on-to-gains-in-early-tradingTokyo, June 02 (QNA) - Oil prices held on to most of the strong gains recorded in the previous session during early trading today.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 10:28:37 Z89D670D7-7B5F-4CC1-87F5-98B0618D10ADhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/gold-rises-as-us-yields-fallSingapore, June 02 (QNA) - Gold prices rose on Tuesday amid a decline in US Treasury yields.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 09:20:35 ZF2BAD270-182E-45B1-BE29-C39818CEDEA4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/s-koreas-consumer-price-index-rose-by-31Seoul, June 02 (QNA) - South Korea's consumer prices rose more than 3 percent in May from a year earlier. Consumer prices, a key gauge of inflation, increased 3.1 percent last month from a year earlier, marking their highest growth in 26 months, South Korea's Ministry of Data and Statistics said.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 08:59:34 ZF0AF13D7-9A9D-4BB3-A53F-A983D8A9ACE9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/oil-jumps-more-than-4-percentNew York, June 02 (QNA) - Oil prices rose more than 4 percent on Monday.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 03:06:35 Z494E23E9-9354-429F-BBF3-FB3A21C11EC4https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/2/us-stocks-close-higherNew York, June 01 (QNA) - Major US stock indexes posted modest gains on Monday as investors monitored developments in negotiations between the United States and Iran and welcomed the unveiling of a new computer chip designed to bring artificial intelligence capabilities to personal computing.Tue, 2 Jun 2026 02:44:45 Z8264DFA1-1D48-4970-B2B9-B477667E0A87https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/1/gold-falls-1-percentNew York, June 01 (QNA) - Gold fell 1 percent in spot trading on Monday to $4,489.34 per ounce, after touching its highest level in two weeks last Friday.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 23:35:33 Z4D5ACCE8-1303-4616-8A7F-00A546B93C3Dhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/1/european-stock-indices-close-lowerBrussels, June 01 (QNA) - European stock market indices closed lower at the end of trading on Monday.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 23:29:46 Z077ADE29-43C3-45E5-B5EA-2EBC38592470https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/1/oil-prices-surge-amid-rising-tensions-in-middle-eastSingapore, June 01 (QNA) - Oil prices surged by more than 3% on Monday amid rising geopolitical tensions following the exchange of strikes between the United States and Iran, as well as the thrust of the Israeli occupation forces deeper into Lebanese territory.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 15:08:42 ZFAC0DEBE-6577-4E38-BB9D-57D559918A7Bhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/1/turkish-economy-grows-25-in-first-quarterAnkara, June 01 (QNA) - Turkiye’s economy grew by 2.5% in the first quarter of 2026 compared with the same period last year, according to official data released Monday by the Turkish Statistical Institute.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 14:36:13 Z9CBFFD95-A72A-413B-8ED7-319D4E328033https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-6/1/s-koreas-exports-rose-by-532Seoul, June 01 (QNA) - South Korea's exports surged 53 percent from a year earlier to a new monthly high of US$87.8 billion in May, driven by the semiconductor supercycle.Mon, 1 Jun 2026 10:03:29 Z86E93B58-1182-48C6-B017-709E6451425Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/31/financial-expert-to-qna-ai-stocks-inflation-data-drive-us-market-to-new-recordsDoha, May 31 (QNA) - The US markets witnessed a strong upward surge during the month of May, pushing the main indices to record new historical levels, supported by a range of economic and financial factors that boosted investor confidence and restored momentum to the stock markets.Sun, 31 May 2026 14:44:36 Z28DA99E0-6C71-46A9-813F-37304133D5BEhttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/31/samsung-tops-automotive-memory-chips-marketSeoul, May 31 (QNA) - Samsung Electronics topped the global automotive memory chip market last year, becoming the world’s leading supplier of chips and surpassing US chipmaker Micron.Sun, 31 May 2026 12:31:40 Z0738C83A-4CFB-4B32-9588-64C746E57387https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/31/chinas-manufacturing-sector-contracts-in-mayBeijing, May 31 (QNA) - China's manufacturing activity contracted in May, indicating that the sector is under pressure due to weak domestic demand and rising production costs.Sun, 31 May 2026 10:43:10 Z85AACAC6-763E-40F3-AB14-5DBE14B7E849https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/31/india-reduces-fuel-export-dutiesNew Delhi, May 31 (QNA) The Indian government announced a reduction in export duties on gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel for two weeks, effective Monday, June 1.Sun, 31 May 2026 08:00:19 Z347FE028-BFEE-480E-999F-47F011A656B2https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/29/france-inflation-rises-to-24-in-may-on-higher-energy-pricesParis, May 29 (QNA) - France's annual inflation rate rose to 2.4 percent in May, up from 2.2 percent in April, driven mainly by higher energy prices, official data showed on Friday.Fri, 29 May 2026 14:06:53 ZEA28F4EA-680F-4774-8959-BAEC84A576C9https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/29/european-stock-markets-open-higherBrussels, May 29 (QNA) - European stock markets opened higher today, driven by hopes of a Middle East peace agreement.Fri, 29 May 2026 13:37:59 ZCB5D3D31-2D4C-456F-82E5-E644BB001B9Ehttps://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/29/gold-prices-rise-amid-inflation-us-interest-rate-concernsSingapore, May 29 (QNA) - Gold prices rose today amid growing concerns about inflation and the possibility of a US interest rate hike.Fri, 29 May 2026 08:25:12 Z867D6605-18B6-42D0-9C43-9EB82EFAFA40https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/28/gold-prices-rebound-as-dollar-weakensLondon, May 28 (QNA) - Gold prices rose on Thursday after falling earlier to their lowest level in two months, supported by a weaker US dollar and lower oil prices.Thu, 28 May 2026 20:14:21 Z218DFAB4-8302-4680-9651-8DC4C33B9357https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/28/gold-prices-hit-two-months-lowestNew York, May 28 (QNA) - Gold prices fell today to their lowest level in two months, affected by concerns over renewed tensions in the Middle East.Thu, 28 May 2026 09:59:19 ZBE756D86-22A9-4E8B-9073-D38085E2CF74https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/27/gold-falls-to-two-month-lowSingapore, May 27 (QNA) - Gold prices fell to a two-month low on Wednesday amid expectations of tighter monetary policy and continued tensions in the Middle East.Wed, 27 May 2026 23:39:23 Z9C881527-C45A-4192-A8A0-E8A51747D5A5https://qna.org.qa/en/News-Area/News/2026-5/27/us-stocks-open-higherNew York, May 27 (QNA) - Wall Street's main indexes opened higher on Wednesday, backed by continued momentum driven by artificial intelligence.Wed, 27 May 2026 18:13:34 Z