Iraq Business News brings you the latest news of investments in Iraq, highlighting the many opportunities that exist.
By John Lee. A delegation from the Iraq Britain Business Council (IBBC), led by Baroness Emma Nicholson, has met with Finance Minister Faleh Sari to discuss investment opportunities in Iraq and the potential for expanding economic partnerships between the two countries. The delegation included a number of Iraqi and British companies. According to the Ministry […]
By John Lee. The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private sector arm of the World Bank Group, has appointed Thomas Jacobs as Division Director for the Levant, Iraq, and Yemen. He succeeds Khawaja Aftab Ahmed, who held the role for four years. Based in Amman, Jacobs will lead IFC's work across Jordan, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Yemen, […]
Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 1oth September 2026). Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. Rabee Securities' Market Indexes Change - Weekly Index Code Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) IQD-RSISX 2.683,9 -1,92% 4,98% USD-RSISX 2.639,0 -1,92% 4,98% […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Trade has participated in a preparatory meeting hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to explore trade and investment cooperation with the European Union (EU). The meeting, which included representatives from several Iraqi economic institutions and the EU mission, discussed proposals to develop trade and investment relations, support the […]
By John Lee. Eight insurance companies have been approved for listing, deposit, and trading on Iraq's over-the-counter (OTC) platform. According to the Iraq Securities Commission (ISC), the decision was taken at the commission's seventh session on 18th August 2026. The companies admitted to the OTC platform are: Al-Dhaminoun Insurance Company Al-Sadiq Insurance Company Al-Murtakaz Insurance […]
By Nadim Kawach, for Arabian Gulf Business Insight (AGBI). Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Iraq Deficit May Prompt Return to International Debt Market Iraq is considering a return to the international debt market to cope with a budget deficit swollen […]
By John Lee. The Iraq Securities Commission (ISC) has warned citizens and investors against dealing with unlicensed companies and entities that promote investment services or opportunities without regulatory approval. According to the ISC, some entities use trade names, websites, or social media pages to present themselves as authorised financial or investment institutions, and offer promises […]
By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Finance has held talks with a delegation from the Chinese-based Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) on financing infrastructure projects and supporting development priorities in Iraq. The delegation was led by Konstantin Limitovsky. According to the Ministry of Finance, discussions covered the bank's activities in financing transport, energy, water, and […]
By Ahmed Tabaqchali, Chief Strategist of AFC Iraq Fund. Any opinions expressed are those of the author, and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. Oil Exports Recover to 60% of Pre-war Levels The market, as measured by the Rabee Securities U.S. Dollar Equity Index (RSISX USD Index), ended August down 2.4%, […]
By John Lee. DNO ASA confirmed on Friday morning it does not intend to make an offer to acquire Genel Energy plc, following the Genel board's refusal to engage with its proposal. Genel shares fell more than 10% on the news. DNO had proposed 69 pence per share in cash, with a cash-and-share alternative. The […]
Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 3rd September, 2026. Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. Rabee Securities' Market Indexes Change - Weekly Index Code Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) IQD-RSISX 2,736.5 -1.29% 7.03% USD-RSISX 2,690.7 -1.29% 7.03% […]
By John Lee. Plans for Al-Tayeb Economic City in Maysan province have moved forward following a meeting to assess water infrastructure requirements for the site. The meeting was chaired by the head of the National Investment Commission (NIC), Adel Dakhil Muhammad al-Yasiri and focused on the technical and economic feasibility of water harvesting projects at […]
