Gulf markets fell, led by Qatar, after the largest escalation in the US-Iran conflict since the sides agreed a 60-day peace pact last month. A new IMF report said Qatar is the commodity producer most directly exposed to disruptions in energy output and transport. Qatar's QE Index slipped 0.8%, Saudi Arabia's benchmark index fell 0.4% and the Dubai Financial Market General Index dropped 0.2%.

2026-07-09

Gulf markets fell, led by Qatar, after the largest escalation in the US-Iran conflict since the sides agreed a 60-day peace pact last month. A new IMF report said Qatar is the commodity producer most directly exposed to disruptions in energy output and transport. Qatar's QE Index slipped 0.8%, Saudi Arabia's benchmark index fell 0.4% and the Dubai Financial Market General Index dropped 0.2%.