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The global energy sector is one of the top five most at-risk industries for malware, Cisco announced today in the buildup to GISEC 2014.

In a bid to revive its economy after the May 22 military coup, Thailand has identified the Middle East market, especially the GCC, to strengthen exports with a variety of more "quality products", as the country's Ministry of Commerce puts it in a recent release.

The Qatar Stock Exchange yesterday entered the second day of heavy profit-booking, losing 211 points to settle below the 12,600 mark and eroding another QR9bn in capitalisation ahead of summer holidays.

Asset management firm Arabesque has received regulatory approval to start operations with its value-based investment strategies, which also combine religious and ethical principles - the latest addition to Britain's Islamic finance sector.

Asset management firm Arabesque has received regulatory approval to start operations with its value-based investment strategies, which also combine religious and ethical principles - the latest addition to Britain's Islamic finance sector.

DUBAI, June 17 (Reuters) - Here are some factors that may affect Middle East stock markets on Tuesday. Reuters has not verified the press reports and does not vouch of their accuracy.INTERNATIONAL/REGIONAL* GLOBAL MARKETS-Asian shares soft on anxiety over Iraq, Ukraine MKTS/GLOB* Brent crude oil higher as Iraq conflict fuels supply worryO/R* Gold steady near 3-week top on safe haven bids from Iraq