Kuwait

In recent weeks, Jordan's Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) has bounced somewhat, but not in the same manner as many of the GCC markets - for example, the Qatari and Saudi bourses have gained... 2009-05-11

With phenomenal gains since we became bullish on March 18, we now think that the MENA stock markets may have got slightly ahead of themselves, and we could see some short-term correction.... 2009-05-11

We have always said Bahrain's All-Share Index (BASI) was one of the two GCC bourses on which we were most cautious (along with Oman), but yesterday's 4.8% fall has wiped out almost... 2009-04-24

BMI View: As GCC debt issuance increases, demand for private sector instruments will be even further depressed. This will have a negative effect on the financial sector, and quashes... 2009-04-16

We reiterate the short-term bullish view we expressed on equity markets (initiated on March 18), after a weekend of good gains throughout the region. As the table shows, the markets... 2009-04-14

We put our bullish view on MENA stocks on hold on March 30, as we waited to see how markets closed the month, and how the news from the G20 summit in London would be received. Broadly,... 2009-04-03

With Asian markets having corrected somewhat overnight, and global sentiment hanging in the balance as the world awaits the outcome of the G20 summit this week, we put our bullish... 2009-03-30

Although most Middle Eastern equity markets have followed the Dow Jones' rally over the last few days, in line with the view we expressed on Monday, Kuwait has had only a tentative... 2009-03-25

Although most Middle Eastern equity markets have followed the Dow Jones' rally over the last few days, in line with the view we expressed on Monday, Kuwait has had only a tentative... 2009-03-25

The Saudi Tadawul All-Share index (TASI) has made a strong start to the trading week, but will continue to be driven by global sentiment. As long as the Dow Jones and oil prices continue... 2009-03-23