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June 16, 2025

Dollar Inches Up in Early Asian Trading

Muscat: The dollar today firmed against major currencies, driven by safe-haven buying from investors. The dollar rose 0.14% to 144.3 Japanese yen, while the euro was 0.14% lower at $1.1534. According to Oman News Agency, in early Asia hours, the greenback was steady against the Swiss franc at 0.81, while

Gold Nears Two-Month High

Muscat: Gold prices today rose to a near two-month high Spot gold was little changed at $3,428.89 an ounce, after hitting its highest level since 22 April 2025 earlier in the session. US gold futures were down 0.1% to $3,448.10. According to Oman News Agency, elsewhere in the precious metals

Omani Tourism Sector Investments Reach RO 2.59 Billion

Muscat: The Ministry of Heritage and Tourism has clarified that signing usufruct agreements across various governorates of the Sultanate of Oman contributes to the development of the tourism sector and enhances the quality of the tourism experience, as part of efforts to boost tourism investments and achieve sustainable development goals.

Forum Discusses Strategic Foresight Culture Amid Economic, Technological Transformations

Muscat: The “Future Foresight Forum” kicked off today at Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), discussing strategic foresight culture in light of economic and technological transformations. The three-day event is organized by the Global Development Academy for Training and the Al-Marji’ Academy for Consultancy and Administrative Development, in collaboration

MSX Gains 31 Points as Trading Value Surges

Muscat: Muscat Stock Exchange (MSX) 30 Index closed today’s trading session at 4,535.16 points, marking an increase of 31.4 points (0.70%) compared to the previous session’s close of 4,503.74 points. According to Oman News Agency, the trading value rose significantly to RO 11,719,893, representing a 40.9% increase from the previous

SMEs Opportunities in Retail, Construction and Manufacturing Sectors Highlighted

Muscat: The Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises Development hosted a dialogue session today to enhance opportunities for SMEs in the retail, construction, and manufacturing sectors. The session aligns with the Authority’s efforts to foster partnerships with relevant entities and improve the business environment for SMEs. According to Oman News

Tender Results of Government Treasury Bills Worth RO 39.3 Million Issued

Muscat: The total issuance of Government Treasury Bills amounted to RO 39.3 million this week. According to Oman News Agency, the value of the allotted Treasury bills amounted to RO 37.3 million, for a maturity period of 91 days. The average accepted price reached RO 98.962 for every RO 100,

Agreements Inked to Develop, Empower National Talent in Industrial Sector

Muscat: The Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion today signed several agreements with government and private institutions in Muscat to enhance public-private partnerships and empower national talent in the industrial sector. According to Oman News Agency, the agreements included a deal between the Ministry, the North Al Batinah Governor’s

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