https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attacksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attacks#u93544Thu, 01 Oct 2026 20:55:23 +0000Saudi Arabia and Gulf stocks declined after Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels claimed attacks on Riyadh and Aramco facilities. The Houthis said they targeted a sensitive site in Riyadh and Aramco facilities in Yanbu. Saudi Arabia intercepted six ballistic missiles aimed at Taif and Yanbu. Oil prices jumped after the attacks, with Brent crude topping $106 a barrel.Why it mattersThe attacks have heightened tensions in the region and raised concerns about the security of oil supplies. The Houthi rebels have been pushing into strategic mountain positions in Yemen to protect Red Sea gains and https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attacks#u83306Fri, 25 Sep 2026 03:05:57 +0000Iran-backed Houthi forces are pushing into strategic mountain positions in Yemen to protect Red Sea gains and weaken the Saudi-supported government. This escalation follows reports that President Donald Trump halted U.S. airstrikes. While Saudi Arabia projects calm, it currently lacks allies. Market volatility continues as hopes for an early Iranian peace deal fade, contributing to a jump in mortgage rates. Meanwhile, Acwa Power's affiliate started initial commercial operations at the Taiba 1 combined-cycle power plant in Madinah on Thursday.Why it mattersThe conflict involves a struggle https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/saudi-gulf-stocks-fall-after-houthis-claim-riyadh-attacks#u79642Tue, 22 Sep 2026 05:26:11 +0000Saudi and Gulf stocks fell following Houthi claims of attacks on Riyadh. Despite these strikes and the Houthi seizure of southern Red Sea islands, oil prices have declined for four consecutive sessions. West Texas Intermediate crude fell below $100 to approximately $93.60 per barrel. Market analysts attribute this price drop to hopes for Saudi supply and potential diplomatic breakthroughs, including a possible meeting between US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the UN General Assembly.Why it mattersThe conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis has expanded