UAE Markets Volatile Amid Selling Pressure and Rising Oil Prices; Liquidity Exceeds AED 1.19 Billion
UAE markets dropped amid rising oil prices and tensions, but liquidity stayed high, signaling portfolio shifts over mass exits.
Qatar Warns of Potential Energy Shock: Oil Could Hit $150 if LNG Supply Disruptions Persist
Qatar warns oil could hit $150/barrel if LNG supply issues persist, citing Middle East tensions and risk of global energy shock.
Gradual Resumption of Flights in the UAE as National Carriers Operate Limited Schedules Following Partial Airspace Reopening
UAE airlines resume limited flights after partial airspace reopening, prioritizing safety and gradual restoration of travel and cargo services.
Wall Street Shaken by Oil Shock: Gulf War Reshapes Risk Pricing in US Markets
Wall Street tumbled as Gulf war drove oil prices up, reviving inflation fears and delaying rate cut hopes; energy stocks rose, others slumped.
Shipping Disruption in Strait of Hormuz Pushes Oil Above $85, Threatening Largest Weekly Surge Since 2022
Oil tops $85 as Strait of Hormuz disruption sparks biggest weekly surge since 2022, raising global supply and inflation fears.
Weather Risks and Supply Disruptions Push Global Food Price Index to Four-Month High
FAO Food Price Index hit a 4-month high in Feb 2026 due to grain and oil price hikes from weather and supply issues; sugar and dairy prices fell.
Rising Middle East Tensions and Oil Above $80 Pressure US Stocks, Fuel Global Inflation Fears
US stocks fell as Middle East tensions pushed oil above $80, raising inflation fears and prompting a shift to defensive assets.
Aldar Affirms Operational Stability and Strong Financial Position Amid Regional Tensions, with Uninterrupted Business Activity
Aldar affirms stable operations and strong finances despite regional tensions, with over AED 30bn liquidity and no major refinancing needs.
Saudi Market Stability Drives Mixed Performance in Gulf Bourses as Qatar Rises and Dubai Faces Pressure Amid Regional Liquidity Fluctuations
Saudi and Qatar markets rose on banking gains, Dubai fell on real estate pressure; Gulf bourses show mixed trends amid regional and oil volatility.
Middle East Tensions Ease, Liquidity Returns to Indian Stocks After Four Days of Losses
Indian stocks rebounded as Middle East tensions eased, boosting liquidity. Rupee, bonds stabilized; outlook hinges on oil prices, geopolitics.
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