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Saudi Arabia to build Silica-Based Industrial Complex in Anbar

By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Industry and Minerals has announced the signing of a strategic agreement between Iraq's State Company for Glass and Refractories and Saudi-based Ajial Company to develop the largest integrated industrial complex in the region based on silica as a core raw material. The deal was signed under the patronage of […]

100 Days of Trump: What it means for Iraq

By Padraig O'Hannelly. As Donald Trump completes his first 100 days in as US President, what effect have his policies had on the Iraqi economy? Firstly, it's worth noting that the main implications of Trump's policies for Iraq have been the indirect results of decisions not directly targeted at Iraq. Increased tariffs and the resultant […]

Iraqi-Spanish Company to grow Olives in Wasit

By John Lee. Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani chaired the regular meeting of Iraq's Higher Committee for Construction and Investment on Sunday, reviewing agenda items and proposed projects, and making key decisions. He underscored the need to simplify administrative procedures to support the investment environment and called on ministries to focus efforts on projects […]

Iraq Stock Market Report

Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 24th April 2025. Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. RSISX Index Change       RSISX Index Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) RSISX IQD Index 2,297.0 -2.3% 2.1% RSISX USD Index […]

Iraq Stock Exchange to join Tabadul Digital Trading Platform

By John Lee. The Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX), the UAE's largest financial market, has signed an agreement with the Iraq Stock Exchange and the Iraqi Securities Commission (ISC), paving the way for Iraq to join the regional digital trading platform, Tabadul. The signing ceremony was held at ADX headquarters on Tuesday. The agreement follows […]

Iraq and Germany Discuss Proposed Development

By John Lee. Iraq's Ministry of Planning held discussions with representatives of the German Agency for International Cooperation (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit; GIZ) in Iraq to explore cooperation and developmental transformation. Key areas of focus included a joint international cooperation agreement, the establishment of offices for the German Development Bank (Kreditanstalt für Wiederaufbau; KfW) […]

Iraqi PM Welcomes New British Ambassador

By John Lee. Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani met on Sunday with the newly-appointed British Ambassador to Iraq, Mr. Irfan Siddiq, to discuss bilateral relations and regional developments. Al-Sudani underscored the importance of enhancing cooperation under the Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, signed during his visit to the United Kingdom in January. Both sides stressed the […]

AAA Holding Completes Acquisition of Phosphate Fertiliser Project

From AAA Holding Group. AAA Holding Group Completes Acquisition of 45% Stake in Phosphate Fertiliser Project in Basra We are proud to announce that AAA Holding Group has successfully completed the acquisition of an additional 45% stake in the Phosphate Fertiliser Project in Basra, following the purchase of shares from existing stakeholders. With this strategic […]

Iraq Stock Market Report

Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 17th April 2025. Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. RSISX Index Change       RSISX Index Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) RSISX IQD Index 2,350.2 3.6% 4.5% RSISX USD Index […]

US Firm Proposes Major Healthcare Investment in Baghdad

By John Lee. American Global Medical Services (AGMS) is set to expand its footprint in Iraq, following a meeting between CEO Dr. Aizen J. Marrogi and Prime Minister Mohammed S. Al-Sudani on Monday. The company has proposed establishing a comprehensive medical city in Baghdad, which would include a 200-bed cancer hospital, a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility, […]

Iraq Stock Market Report

Advertising Feature Rabee Securities Iraq Stock Exchange (ISX) market report (trading week ending: 10th April 2025. Please click here to view a table of listed companies and their associated ticker codes. RSISX Index Change       RSISX Index Closings Change (w/w) (%) Change (YTD) (%) RSISX IQD Index 2,268.7 0.6% 0.9% RSISX USD Index […]

Turkiye Wealth Fund, Iraq Development Fund sign MoU

By John Lee. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Turkiye Wealth Fund and the Iraq Development Fund, marking what TWI describes as a significant step toward deepening economic cooperation between the two countries at the sovereign wealth fund level. The agreement aims to foster innovation-driven investments across priority sectors including energy, […]