Day: August 3, 2026

Gold Rises 0.7% as Oil Prices Decline

Muscat: Gold prices rose today as oil prices fell, with investors assessing the latest developments in global markets.

According to Oman News Agency, spot gold gained 0.7% to $4,067.06 per ounce, while US gold futures rose 0.9% to $4,065.60 per ounc…

European Stocks Rise as Oil Prices Decline

Muscat: European stocks rose at the start of trading today, supported by a decline in oil prices following the announcement of a new round of negotiations between Iran and the United States aimed at easing tensions in the Middle East.

According to O…

Nikkei Falls 1% as Stronger Yen Weighs on Markets

Tokyo: Japan’s Nikkei share average fell about 1% today, retreating from a one-week high as a sharp rise in the yen weighed on equities following coordinated intervention by Tokyo and Washington to support the Japanese currency late last week.

Accor…