Mideast Stocks: Factors to watch on January 17

Mideast Stocks: Factors to watch on January 17

DUBAI - Here are some factors that may affect Middle East stock markets on Monday. Reuters has not verified the press reports and does not vouch for their accuracy. INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL * GLOBAL MARKETS-Asia weighs mixed China data, Brent clears 2021 highs * Oil extends rally on supply tightness, Brent at more than 3-year high * PRECIOUS-Gold eases as yields gain on Fed rate hike bets * MIDEAST STOCKS-Saudi index at highest in over 15 years; Egypt falls EGYPT * Egypt to increase investments in state-owned oil companies to $1.92 bln in FY 2022-2023 * Egypt to increase investments in state-owned oil companies to $1.92 bln in FY 2022-2023 SAUDI ARABIA * Saudi Exchange Announces Listing And Trading Shares Of AME On Nomu * Saudi Exchange Announces Listing And Trading Shares Of Alwasail On Nomu * Al Rajhi Bank Gets SAMA Approval On Completion Of Acquisition Of Ejada Systems * Alujain Holding Says PP Complex Of Natpet Will Shutdown For Turnaround Maintenance * Scientific And Medical Equipment House IPO Price Range Set At SAR 45-52 Per Share - Adviser * Bindawood Holding Board Approves Establishing An Unit Specialized In Solutions And Technical Projects * Knowledge Economic City Signs Contract To Build