Gas prices in Europe fall by 20 percent

Natural gas prices in Europe fell sharply during trading today after the United States and Iran reached a two-week truce agreement that will temporarily reopen the vital Strait of Hormuz, easing pressure on global energy markets.

Dollar drops to two-week low as ceasefire boosts

The US dollar fell to its lowest level in two weeks in early Asian trading, while the euro, yen, and the Australian and New Zealand dollars surged following the announcement of a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran.

Bank Muscat named The Banker Best Private Bank

This recognition highlights Bank Muscat’s continued investment in enhancing customer engagement and elevating service delivery across channels.

Lulu crowns Dream Drive 2026 Champions: Winners

In a grand prize distribution ceremony that served as the perfect finale to the season, eight thrilled winners were handed the keys to their brand-new 2026 MG RX9 Luxury 4WD vehicles.

Vodafone Oman marks 4th anniversary with

In 2025, Vodafone Oman focused on sustaining performance at scale, as the market shifted from rapid growth to operational maturity.

Oil prices rise amid Trump rhetoric on Iran

Oil prices continued to rise today amid U.S. President Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric against Iran.

Central Bank of Oman sets June 30 deadline for

Banks, financial institutions to offer up to three instalments’ relief without interest or fees.

The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Youth honours

Bank Muscat continues to play an active role as a key partner in supporting activities and programmes that contribute to community development and youth empowerment, particularly in the sports sector, which is witnessing notable growth at both local and international levels.

Oman’s Supreme Judicial Council completes 93%

Supreme Judicial Council reported that it completed 93 percent of requests submitted through the Tajawob platform in March 2026.

Gold prices fall as interest rate cut hopes fade

Gold prices declined on Monday as fading expectations of interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve and a stronger US dollar weighed on the precious metal.

Business confidence rises in Oman as North

The Governorate of North A’Sharqiyah recorded notable growth in the number of commercial registrations during 2025, with 1,665 new commercial registrations compared to 1,330 in 2024, representing a growth rate of 25.2 percent.

Oman kicks off national STEM Week in North Al

The activities of the National Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Week, held under the theme ‘Our Sciences Renewed’, began today in the Wilayat of Ibra, North Al Sharqiyah Governorate.