Business

Bahrain Stock Indices Fall Amid Sector Losses in Key Areas

Bahrain's stock market experienced a downturn as the main indices closed lower due to declines across several key sectors. The Bahrain All Share Index dropped by 2.58 points, ending the day at 1,857.54, with notable losses in consumer discretionary, industrial, materials, and real estate sectors contributing to the overall dip. The Bahrain Islamic Index also saw a decrease, slipping by 0.66 points to close at...

Bahrain and France Deepen Cooperation in Defence and Energy Sectors

Bahrain and France have taken significant steps to bolster their strategic partnership, with a focus on enhancing cooperation in defense, energy, and technology. During official talks, Bahrain's King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and French President Emmanuel Macron discussed strengthening bilateral relations to support shared economic and security interests, as well as addressing regional challenges. A key outcome of the discussions was the emphasis on...

Unions Demand Immediate Action on Tata Steel’s Delayed Port Talbot Project.

Trade unions are urging the UK government to expedite a crucial electricity grid connection for Tata Steel amid reports of potential delays of up...

China and Pakistan Broaden Collaboration Beyond Infrastructure in Major Expansion

The longstanding alliance between China and Pakistan is expanding beyond its traditional roots in infrastructure projects, as both nations aim to deepen ties in...

Oil Prices Surge Amid Iran Conflict, Trump Delays Military Action

Oil prices experienced a temporary dive following reports from Iranian media suggesting that U.S. officials had consented to pause sanctions on Iran's crude oil...