What moved markets on August 5, 2026

Japan Posts Foreign Bond Investment Of 477.9B.

Japan's growth strategy is seen as a game changer, with potential impact on the yen.

South Korea Posts Current Account Surplus.

Google Strengthens AI Strategy.

New Zealand Names James Miller Chair Of Financial Markets Authority.

Mexico PAC Reports 1.2% Passenger Traffic Increase.

LGIH Reports July Home Closings.

Duke Energy has reached an agreement on a lower-cost power path.

Duke Energy has reached an agreement on a lower-cost power path. Bank of America forecasts the Japanese Yen to jump 6% by 2026.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting. The market will focus on USD, SPY and VIX.

Update. Updated headline: US President Trump Calls Canada 'Very Nasty' On Tariffs.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Honeywell CEO: Critical Suppliers Represent 2% Of Supply Base. National Healthcare Properties Redeems Preferred Stock. Honeywell CEO Underestimates Implementation Time. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 21:30 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. SNDK Sees New Business Model Agreements Dominating. Expedia Group Sees Jet Fuel Prices Impacting Airline Tickets.

In about one minute: BCB Interest Rate Decision.

In about one minute: BCB Interest Rate Decision. The previous reading was 14.25. The market will focus on BRL.

Fed's Cook Speaks on Economic Outlook.

Fed's Cook Speaks on Economic Outlook. The next scheduled risk is The President delivers Remarks at 20:30 UTC.

Meta Releasing Muse Code In Beta.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Cboe VIX Rises. US Officials Warn AI Risks Require Tougher Cyber Defenses.

Meta Debuts AI Coding Agent Muse Code.

Meta has released an AI coding agent.

Meta has released an AI coding agent. This directly impacts Meta Platforms, trading under the ticker META.

Wheat futures are climbing due to ongoing shipping challenges in the Black Sea region.

Wheat futures are climbing due to ongoing shipping challenges in the Black Sea region. Soybean futures are lower on U.S. Midwest rain forecasts and lagging exports. Corn futures also slipped, driven by cooler temperatures and improved 2026 output estimates.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting. The market will focus on USD, SPY and VIX.

US NatGas Inventories Seen Up 31BCF.

US NatGas Inventories Seen Up 31BCF. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.

Brent Crude futures settle at $79.45/bbl, up 9 cents, 0.11%.

Brent Crude futures settle at $79.45/bbl, up 9 cents, 0.11%. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.

Calix Invests in Agent Workforce.

Calix Invests in Agent Workforce. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.

Crude Oil settles down -0.73%.

Crude Oil settles down -0.73%. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 19:00 UTC.

US Crude Oil Futures settled at $75.22 per barrel, down 55 cents, a 0.73% decrease.

US Crude Oil Futures settled at $75.22 per barrel, down 55 cents, a 0.73% decrease. NYMEX Gasoline Futures settled at $2.8388. Natural Gas Futures settled at $2.6880 per MMBTU.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Yemen Houthi Spokesperson: Forces affirm that they are meticulously monitoring all movements of Saudi oil tankers and will not allow any shi. Yemen's Houthi forces said they attacked a Saudi oil tanker in the Gulf of Aden; Saudi authorities have not yet confirmed the report.

Microsoft AI Sales Driven By OpenAI.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Phillips 66 To Decide On Western Pipe Project. Mazda CX-5 Lags In US Market. US State Dept: Rubio, Miliband Discuss Europe Security. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Swearing-In Ceremony for the Director of National Intelligence at 17:00 UTC.

US, UK Discuss Europe's Security Role.

US, UK Discuss Europe's Security Role. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Swearing-In Ceremony for the Director of National Intelligence at 17:00 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Alphabet's DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis Steps Down. UiPath Expands Google Cloud AI Infrastructure.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Iraq Security Delegation Visits Saudi Arabia.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US Talks End Early Due To Security Events. US: Israel, Lebanon Talks Conclude Early.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting.

In about one minute: The President participates in a Policy Meeting. The market will focus on USD, SPY and VIX.

European stocks closed mixed on Aug 5 (Wednesday): Germany's DAX fell 83.97 points (-0.32%) to 26,139.29; Britain's FTSE 100…

European stocks closed mixed on Aug 5 (Wednesday): Germany's DAX fell 83.97 points (-0.32%) to 26,139.29; Britain's FTSE 100 rose 10.68 poin. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 16:00 UTC.

Japan Reviews Palantir, Anduril AI For Military Overhaul.

Japan Reviews Palantir, Anduril AI For Military Overhaul. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in a Policy Meeting at 16:00 UTC.

In about one minute: Peter Navarro briefs reporters at The Sticks.

In about one minute: Peter Navarro briefs reporters at The Sticks. Result to follow.

Microsoft PT Raised to $690.

Microsoft PT Raised to $690. The next scheduled risk is Peter Navarro briefs reporters at The Sticks at 15:30 UTC.

Federal Reserve Launches Private Credit Market Survey.

Federal Reserve Launches Private Credit Market Survey. The next scheduled risk is Peter Navarro briefs reporters at The Sticks at 15:30 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson: A joint announcement by Oman and Iran is in the final stage if certain third parties do not interfere. Iran's Foreign Ministry Spox: Geographic Characteristics Of Route In Strait Of Hormuz Agreed By Iran And Oman. Zoox Launches Robotaxi Service. The next scheduled risk is Peter Navarro briefs reporters at The Sticks at 15:30 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Cboe VIX Rises To 16.57. US DXY at 99.68. US DoE Crude Oil Inventories (W/W) 31-Jul: +2.479M (est -1.500M; prev -7.167M). The next scheduled risk is The President participates in Executive Time at 15:00 UTC.

In about one minute: EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change.

In about one minute: EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change. The published forecast is -1.257. The previous reading was -7.167. The market will focus on USD.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Eli Lilly Expects Global Rollout Of Foundayo In 2027. US Removes Counter Terrorism Designations. The next scheduled risk is EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change at 14:30 UTC.

US Treasury reports new Iran-related sanctions.

US Treasury reports new Iran-related sanctions. Eli Lilly's CFO sees GLP-1 drugs as a key growth driver, with 45% of US obesity prescriptions being cash pay. The next observable catalyst is EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change at 14:30 UTC.

In about one minute: ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI.

In about one minute: ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI. The published forecast is 54.3. The previous reading was 54. The market will focus on USD.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US S&P Services PMI July Final Report. US S&P Composite PMI Final Actual 54.5 (Forecast -, Previous 53.6). The next scheduled risk is ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI at 14:00 UTC.

US Sentiment: Index Futures Extend Gains, Despite AI Semiconductor Fears.

US Sentiment: Index Futures Extend Gains, Despite AI Semiconductor Fears. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 13:45 UTC.

UWMC has filed a mixed shelf offering.

UWMC has filed a mixed shelf offering. Separately, Anthropic is building an in-house silicon team to co-design hardware and models. The next observable catalyst is S&P Global Services PMI at 13:45 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Samsung, SK Hynix Plan Increased Shareholder Returns. MicroVision Launches MOVIA Air Product. Anthropic Building Custom Chips Team. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 13:45 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Disney Sees Healthy Cruise Bookings. Disney Committed To Abu Dhabi Park. Disney Cruise Bookings Look Very Healthy.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Expedition Therapeutics Secures $115 Million Series B. Cboe VIX at 16.83. US DXY Hits 99.73.

STERIS Invests $600 Million In North Carolina Facility.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Anthropic Building In-House AI Chip Team. Lucid Diagnostics Secures Coverage For EsoGuard Test. BiomX Acquires Stake In Motomea.

Dry Bulk Capesize Rises 2%.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Newell Brands Offers $500 Million Senior Notes. Acrivon Advances ACR-2316 Into Randomized Dose Expansion.

GCTK Glucotrack announced a $5.5 million financing.

GCTK Glucotrack announced a $5.5 million financing. XFLT is urging shareholders to approve the King Street Plan. Vivos Therapeutics issued a new US patent for an oral device.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. KSTR Holds Chinese DRAM Maker CXMT Shares. SciSparc Subsidiary Launches Tourette Syndrome Trial. Volition Publishes Paper On Capture-Seq Liquid Biopsy.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. MINNEAPOLIS FED PRESIDENT KASHKARI: SAYS HE BELIEVES NOW IS THE TIME TO START SLOWLY MOVING INTEREST RATES UP -CNBC INTERVIEW.

In about one minute: The President participates in Executive Time.

In about one minute: The President participates in Executive Time. Traders will monitor USD, SPY, and VIX.

Spot gold rose $10 to trade above $4,180/oz, up 2.53% intraday.

Spot gold rose $10 to trade above $4,180/oz, up 2.53% intraday. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in Executive Time at 12:00 UTC.

Novo Nordisk is ahead of plan on 8 billion DKK savings.

Novo Nordisk is ahead of plan on 8 billion DKK savings. The next scheduled risk is The President participates in Executive Time at 12:00 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Rollins Downgraded to Hold. As Oil Rises Due to Shipping Threat, Stock Rally Falters — Europe Market Wrap.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Nitches Inc Discusses Joint Venture. Novo Nordisk Launches Wegovy In Germany.

Uber Commits Over $10B To Autonomous Vehicles.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. LLY - Lilly reports second-quarter 2026 financial results, raises full-year guidance, and highlights continued growth and pipeline progress. Cantor Upgrades BTDR to Overweight.

Japan Considers Integrating US AI Systems.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. CVS Raises FY Adjusted EPS Outlook. CVS - CVS HEALTH CORPORATION REPORTS STRONG SECOND QUARTER 2026 RESULTS AND RAISES FULL-YEAR 2026 GUIDANCE. NiSource Affirms FY2026 Adj EPS Guidance of $2.02-$2.07 vs $2.06 Est.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. EVgo Expands US Fast Charging. Einride Expands Defense Offering. Akamai Research Finds Shadow AI Visibility Gaps.

CVS Cuts MinuteClinic Digital Weight Loss Visit Cost.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. CVS Enhances Weight Management Offerings. JPMorgan CEO Dimon Leads AI Risk Effort.

Infosys Expands Collaboration with Metsä Group.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Brazil Lula Leads Flavio Bolsonaro 44-39%. Netlist and Samsung Form AI Memory Alliance. Ukraine Pres Zelenskiy: Air Defense Supplies 3X Lower Than Last Year.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Novo Nordisk to Accelerate Early-Stage Asset Development. Disney Partners With TikTok. Novo Nordisk CEO Rules Out Major Deals.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Vision Marine Technologies Authorizes Share Repurchase. Citadel Fund Gains 5.9% In July. High Tide Closes $40 Million Credit Facilities.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Piper Raises TOST PT. FRSH Price Target Raised. Chevron PT 205 At TD Cowen.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. SAMSUNG, SK HYNIX TEST CHINESE CHIP TOOLS Reuters reports the companies tested AMEC etching tools as a hedge against tighter U.S. controls. Morgan Stanley Sees Data Centers Driving Construction. Romania Economy Likely Shrank in 2Q.

In about one minute: 10-Year Bond Auction.

In about one minute: 10-Year Bond Auction. The previous reading was 3.13. The market will focus on EUR.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. US DXY at 99.85. Cboe VIX at 16.11. The next scheduled risk is 10-Year Bond Auction at 09:30 UTC.

S&P Revises Valeo Outlook To Positive.

S&P Revises Valeo Outlook To Positive. The next scheduled risk is 10-Year Bond Auction at 09:30 UTC.

UK Reports Official Reserve Changes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Slovakia's SPP: Gas Storage To Hit 13 TWh Soon. Honda Resumes Operations At Kumamoto Plant. Japan Secures US Backing.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Novo Nordisk Sees Wegovy Profitability Improving. Spain June crude oil imports increase 4.7% y/y to 4.3 million tonnes: cores. Uber Moves Closer to Autonomous Rides in London.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. London: Swayve Vehicles Secure TfL Licences. UK Reserve Assets Fall $281M. UK Reserves Drop $281 Million.

Eurozone S&P Global Services PMI for July came in at 51.7, exceeding the estimate of 51.6.

Eurozone S&P Global Services PMI for July came in at 51.7, exceeding the estimate of 51.6. The Composite PMI also rose to 52.0, above the 51.9 estimate.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. UK New Car Registrations Rise 11.7%. Germany S&P Global Services PMI July: 49.8 (est 49.6; prev 46.6). The next scheduled risk is S&P Global/CIPS Services PMI at 08:30 UTC.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI. The published forecast is 49.8. The previous reading was 49.8. The market will focus on EUR.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI. The published forecast is 50.8. The previous reading was 50.2. The market will focus on EUR.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. Spain S&P Global Services PMI, July 2026 - Full Report. South Africa S&P Global PMI Jul: 50.3 (prev 50.5). Spain S&P Global Services PMI July: 58.3 (est 54.8; prev 54.2). The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 07:45 UTC.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI.

In about one minute: S&P Global Services PMI. The published forecast is 52.2. The previous reading was 54.2. The market will focus on EUR.

Houthis Claim Attack On Saudi Oil Tanker 'Wafaa' In Red Sea - Houthi Military, Via DBnews.com.

Houthis Claim Attack On Saudi Oil Tanker 'Wafaa' In Red Sea - Houthi Military, Via DBnews.com. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 07:15 UTC.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes.

Here is what changed in the last few minutes. France Manufacturing Production Falls 1.1%. France Industrial Production Rises 0.1%. Siemens Energy Sees 20% Of Q3 Gas Turbine Orders From Data Centers. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 07:15 UTC.

Glencore CEO: Exposure To Radiant World Not Material.

Glencore CEO: Exposure To Radiant World Not Material. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Services PMI at 07:15 UTC.

Novo Nordisk CEO states the company has no plans for more major cost cuts.

Novo Nordisk CEO states the company has no plans for more major cost cuts. This directly impacts Novo Nordisk (NVO) shares.

Novo Nordisk has launched Wegovy in Germany.

Novo Nordisk has launched Wegovy in Germany. This directly impacts Novo Nordisk (NVO) and its competitors.

Ryanair reports a 7% traffic growth for July.

Ryanair reports a 7% traffic growth for July. This directly impacts Ryanair (RYA.IR) and other European airline stocks.

Glencore has applied for a secondary listing on the ASX.

Palantir Target Raised To $162 By HSBC.

In about one minute: S&P Global Composite PMI.

In about one minute: S&P Global Composite PMI. The previous reading was 57.1. The market will focus on INR.

UK New Car Registrations Rise 12% Y/Y.

UK New Car Registrations Rise 12% Y/Y. The next scheduled risk is S&P Global Composite PMI at 05:00 UTC.

In about one minute: RBI Interest Rate Decision.

In about one minute: RBI Interest Rate Decision. The previous reading was 5.25. The market will focus on INR.

Amgen Target Raised To $230 By Baird.

Amgen Target Raised To $230 By Baird. The next scheduled risk is RBI Interest Rate Decision at 04:30 UTC.

UK Chemicals Industry Decline Hits Medicine, Missile Production.

UK Chemicals Industry Decline Hits Medicine, Missile Production. The next scheduled risk is RBI Interest Rate Decision at 04:30 UTC.

Japan Crude Oil Inventory At 10.8M Kilolitres For Week Ended Aug.

Japan Crude Oil Inventory At 10.8M Kilolitres For Week Ended Aug. 1 - BBG.

South Korea is testing Chinese chip tools.