Oil prices rose slightly on Monday amid growing concerns about potential supply disruptions from the oil-producing Middle East. Brent crude futures for November delivery increased by 16 cents, or 0.22%, reaching $72.14 a barrel. US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures added 8 cents, or 0.12%, to $68.26 a barrel. Last week, Brent fell around 3%, while WTI fell by around 5%. Source: Qatar News Agency
GCC Countries Lead Global Workers’ Remittances with $161 Billion in 2025
October 4, 2026
Abu Dhabi:Gulf Cooperation Council countries achieved the highest global value of outward workers’ remittances in 2025, totaling around $161 billion.