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FTSE 100 (^FTSE) Rises 0.41% as U.S.-Iran Hormuz Deal Nears; DAX (+0.49%), CAC 40 (+0.12%) Advance
On 5 August 2026, European stock markets traded higher as expectations grew that the United States and Iran were moving closer to an agreement to restore safe shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest oil routes. The FTSE 100 climbed 0.41%, Germany’s DAX gained 0.49%, and France’s CAC 40 added 0.12%….

Albanese Faces Political Backlash as House Prices Slide Across Australia
Albanese government under fire as house prices fall in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth, Sydney and Melbourne. Former adviser criticises tax policies; NAB warns of 10% drops ahead.

Australian Shares Set to Rise as Oil Prices Tumble and Wall Street Climbs
On August 5, 2026, Australian shares looked set to open higher after Wall Street reached fresh record highs and oil prices fell sharply. The drop in crude eased inflation concerns and lifted investor confidence across global markets. Strong earnings from major U.S. companies added to the positive mood. As trading gets underway on the ASX,…

Australia’s Housing Market Slides 5% as NAB Slashes Forecast; Buyers Freeze
NAB forecasts Australian capital city house prices to fall 5% in 2026, with Sydney down 10% and Melbourne down 9%. Buyer activity has collapsed as sellers rush to list before prices slide further.

HSBC Profit Soars 60% to $10.1B; Announces $1B Buyback on August 4
HSBC’s Q2 pretax profit jumps 60% to $10.1B, beating estimates. Bank plans $1B buyback and 10-cent dividend as net interest income rises 9%.

135% Upside, Says One Bank. So Why Did SpaceX Just Lose $500 Billion?
SpaceX stock has lost more than $500 billion in market value since its June 12, 2026 IPO. Shares priced at $135 have since traded as low as $104.83. Yet Morgan Stanley maintains a $300 price target, implying substantial upside from current levels. SpaceX now heads into its first-ever public earnings report on Tuesday, August 4,…

Rabobank to Invest €2 Billion in AI and Technology Over Three Years as Net Profit Remains Flat
On August 4, 2026, Rabobank announced plans to invest €2 billion in artificial intelligence, data, and technology over the next three years, even as its first-half net profit remained unchanged at €2.69 billion. The investment comes as large European banks continue to spend more on digital capabilities despite pressure on earnings. Rabobank wants to use…

HSBC (LSE: HSBA) Announces $1B Share Buyback After Q2 Pretax Profit Beats Estimates at $10.1B
HSBC (LSE: HSBA) reported better-than-expected second-quarter results on August 4, 2026, giving investors fresh reasons to watch the stock. The bank posted $10.1 billion in pretax profit, ahead of market estimates, and announced a new $1 billion share buyback alongside its interim dividend. The quarter reflected steady business performance despite an uncertain global economy. So,…

Nifty 50 Surges 1.6% to 24,774 on Oil Drop and Iran Talks
Nifty 50 climbs 1.6% to 24,774 on August 3 as crude oil drops 5% and U.S.-Iran tensions ease. IT stocks lead broad-based rally.