Boursa Kuwait Securities Company has reported a net profit of KD5.99 million ($19.4 million) for the first quarter of 2026 with its total assets hitting KD145.24 million ($471 million), thus underscoring its resilience despite regional geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty.
Recent geopolitical developments involving Iran have heightened market sensitivity to oil prices, inflation, and interest rate expectations, according to Lale Akoner, Global Market Analyst.
The US Dollar Index (DXY) is moving at a pivotal moment, reflecting the interplay of three key factors: the Federal Reserve’s monetary tightening, rising US Treasury yields, and escalating geopolitical risks, particularly in the Middle East, said an industry expert.
