Here are some factors that may affect Middle East stock markets on Sunday. Reuters has not verified the press reports and does not vouch for their accuracy.
INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL
* GLOBAL MARKETS-Global shares rise with dollar, US bond yields turn higher
* Oil prices dip but post 4th straight weekly gain on US sanctions
* PRECIOUS-Gold poised for third weekly gain as markets look to Trump inauguration
* MIDEAST STOCKS-UAE bourses close lower ahead of fourth-quarter earnings
* Israel approves Gaza ceasefire, carries out more attacks
* Reinsurers drop some Middle East restrictions, sources say
* Red Sea trade route will remain too risky even after Gaza ceasefire deal, industry executives say
* OPEC's share in India's annual oil imports rises after 8-year drop
SAUDI ARABIA
* Codelco, Saudi in talks on copper investment, 2025 output seen up
* Saudi flyadeal to order Airbus A330neo jets, sources say
(Compiled by Bangalore newsroom)
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