Liquidity Stability and Selective Buying Shape a Balanced Opening for the Saudi Market
Saudi market opened stable, with selective buying in blue chips and steady liquidity; Nomu saw a mild drop, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.
Early Buying Momentum Lifts Kuwait Indices and Supports Steady Opening for Qatari Market
Kuwait and Qatar stock markets opened strong on renewed liquidity and buying in blue-chips, showing cautious optimism despite lower oil prices.
Buying Momentum and Liquidity Boost Support UAE Markets' Opening with Clear Gains in Dubai and Positive Stability in Abu Dhabi
UAE markets opened higher, led by blue-chip buying and better liquidity; Dubai up 0.96%, Abu Dhabi up 0.67%, showing cautious optimism.
Dollar Holds Firm Amid Diverging Currencies, Reflecting Fed Policy Shift and Japanese Political Pressures
The US dollar stays strong on Fed policy signals and data, while the yen weakens due to local politics; commodity currencies outperform.
Improved Risk Appetite and Manufacturing Data Revitalize China and Hong Kong Stocks After Downturn
China and Hong Kong stocks rebounded on improved risk appetite, strong US data, and easing metals volatility, but caution remains over new taxes.
Improved Sentiment and Easing Metal Pressures Fuel Rebound in Japanese Stocks Led by Tech and Exporters
Japanese stocks rebounded, led by tech and exporters, on improved sentiment, weak yen, and positive US economic cues, boosting market confidence.
Easing Metals Shock and Renewed Risk Appetite Drive Wall Street to New Highs
US stocks hit new highs as tech and cyclical shares rose, metals shock eased, but energy lagged due to weak oil prices.
Wall Street Under Pressure from Metals Sell-Off Despite Dow's Resilience
Wall Street dipped as metals sold off, tech stocks slid, and defensive Dow stocks held firm; Oracle rose on cloud plans, banks stayed steady.
FTSE 100 Hits New All-Time High as Defensive Stocks Rally and Metal Pressures Ease
FTSE 100 closed at a record high above 10,300, led by defensive stocks as metal price pressures eased and UK economic data boosted sentiment.
Saudi Market Holds Steady on February 2, 2026: Gradual Gains Driven by Services and Transport Sectors
Saudi market rose gradually on Feb 2, 2026, led by services and transport; gains were selective, with risk control and stable sentiment.
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