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Trump claims — yet again — that a deal to reopen Hormuz is close

Regional negotiators finalized a draft accord awaiting approval from Iran, as attacks on shipping continue and Brent crude holds near $80.

By The Associated Press, Elena Becatoros, Samy Magdy and Darlene SupervilleAugust 5, 2026
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Honda doubles profit as motorcycles and a weak yen fuel its post‑EV writedown comeback
By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressAugust 5, 2026
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SpaceX races toward Musk’s $1 trillion dream—just as insiders can start selling
By Bernard Condon and The Associated PressAugust 5, 2026
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$25 billion in data centers shows St. Louis is serious about competing in the AI economy 
By Ron KitchensAugust 5, 2026
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Disney boosted by $1 billion at the box office, strong parks performance as international visits slump
By Michelle Chapman and The Associated PressAugust 5, 2026
Scott Bessent, US treasury secretary, during a meeting with US President Donald Trump and Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun, not pictured, in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, DC, US, on Tuesday, July 21, 2026.
Scott Bessent just declared the K-shaped economy is over, saying he’s ‘sick of hearing about’ it—but the data would beg to disagree
By Eleanor PringleAugust 5, 2026
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Bill Ackman, unfiltered: The billionaire hedge fund founder’s take on AI, investing, and why socialism is a ‘disaster’
Bill Ackman, unfiltered: The billionaire hedge fund founder’s take on AI, investing, and why socialism is a ‘disaster’

‘I’m in a bit of a unique position where I can say exactly what I think,’ Ackman tells Fortune.

By Fortune EditorsAugust 5, 2026
Trump’s tariffs were supposed to boost American manufacturing, but the new levies are actually pushing some companies back to China

“The story that it is bringing back manufacturing is really not the story,” economist Mary Lovely warned. “Manufacturing is not coming back.”

By Sasha RogelbergAugust 5, 2026
Scott Bessent is using moves from his hedge fund days to prop up Japan’s yen—and America’s $40 trillion national debt

The man who once shorted currencies is now propping them up. “He takes risks that other Treasury secretaries over the past two generations wouldn’t.”

By Mia OsmonbekovAugust 4, 2026
Billionaires have been flooding the midterms with cash, but one of the GOP’s most reliable megadonors just went silent

Ronald Lauder spent tens of millions backing Republicans over two decades. This cycle he’s given almost nothing.

By Sydney LakeAugust 5, 2026
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Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Aug. 5, 2026
Today’s top high-yield savings rates: Up to 4.50% on Aug. 5, 2026

There are still high-yield savings accounts offering APYs around 5%. See which banks have the highest savings account rates available today.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 5, 2026
Top CD rates from major banks on August 5, 2026: Chase CDs, Bank of America CDs, Citibank CDs, and more

A deposit account at a bank you already recognize can be a safe way to earn interest on your money.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 5, 2026
Kevin Warsh told Wall Street he’d be sharing less—Goldman Sachs fears a void of Fed facts will only amplify misinformation and instability

“Even without providing explicit forward guidance, central bankers still have an obligation to explain the economic framework behind their decisions. On that score, this press conference fell well short,” chimed professor Jeremy Siegel.

By Eleanor PringleAugust 4, 2026
Bessent’s Yen gamble is a warning sign — buckle up

Fasten your seat belts: Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has become a Big Player in the yen market. Increased volatility is right around the corner.

By Steve H. Hanke and Roger KopplAugust 4, 2026
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Top CD rates today, Aug. 5, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.50%
Top CD rates today, Aug. 5, 2026: Lock in up to up to 4.50%

CD rates are currently at their highest compared to recent years, with many yielding over 4% APYs

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 5, 2026
Current price of Ethereum for August 5, 2026

Ethereum isn’t just digital money; it’s a decentralized computing platform, meaning users can build and run apps on it without oversight of a company or bank.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 5, 2026
Current price of oil as of August 5, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 5, 2026
Current price of Bitcoin for August 5, 2026

Bitcoin is the original cryptocurrency and remains the most popular crypto coin on the market.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 5, 2026
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From Pochettino to MLS, the giants of American finance keep making big promises about the future of U.S. soccer
From Pochettino to MLS, the giants of American finance keep making big promises about the future of U.S. soccer

Ken Griffin helps fund Pochettino through 2030, KKR backs MLS’s development league, and the new MLS commissioner is an Apollo veteran.

By Catherina GioinoAugust 4, 2026
Exclusive: Dinari, founded by Stripe and Apple alums, partners with Circle to offer tokenized stocks to U.S. investors

The launch features 724 tokenized equities, including the entire S&P 500, marking the largest catalog of digital shares currently available.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 4, 2026
Toyota sold fewer cars but nearly doubled profit on cheap yen

A weak yen added $2.2 billion to Toyota’s quarterly profit even as vehicle sales dipped; full-year profit is still forecast to fall.

By Yuri Kageyama and The Associated PressAugust 4, 2026
Global shares rally, oil rebounds as Iran war de-escalation, yen intervention worries ease

European and Asian indexes rose Tuesday and oil rebounded as investors weighed the U.S.-Japan yen intervention and Trump’s Iran strike delay.

By The Associated Press and Yuri KageyamaAugust 4, 2026
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Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 5, 2026
Current ARM mortgage rates report for Aug. 5, 2026

Some homeowners might benefit from an adjustable-rate mortgage over the more common fixed-rate loans. Here’s what to know.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 5, 2026
Current refi mortgage rates report for Aug. 5, 2026

Looking to refinance your mortgage in hopes of getting a lower rate or tapping home equity? See our latest report on average refi rates.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 5, 2026
Today’s home equity loan and HELOC rates, August 5, 2026

By staying on top of home equity loan and HELOC interest rates, you’ll recognize when it’s a good time to apply for these comparatively cheap borrowing options.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 5, 2026
Mortgage rates today, Aug. 5, 2026

Compare average mortgage rates on different types of home loans so you can pick the best mortgage for your needs as you house shop.

By Glen Luke FlanaganAugust 5, 2026
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The remains of the German tugboat wreckage marked as UJ-106 in the Danube River.
Danube River’s shrinking water levels expose dozens of World War II ships

Amidst record-low water levels that have caused governments across Europe to plan for electricity shortages, German ships sunk in the war are resurfacing.

By The Associated Press and Marko DrobnjakovicAugust 4, 2026
Could a UN-backed plan to reopen Hormuz break the deadlock? 

In this week’s Fortune Gulf Brief.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
As confusion reigns over Hormuz talks, Fortune gets exclusive access to a UN-backed plan to reopen the strait 

The Strait of Hormuz is the key battleground in the U.S.-Iran war, with vital ship traffic all but halted in recent months. There is a project to break the impasse.

By Melissa HancockAugust 4, 2026
Current price of oil as of August 4, 2026

When oil prices change, it affects your energy costs—and even the price of everyday items. Here’s why.

By Joseph HostetlerAugust 4, 2026
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‘This is insider trading by definition’: Trump sells $100,000 monthly subscription service to Wall Street to further monetize the presidency

Wall Street firms will get information milliseconds faster than the general public—and Trump will directly benefit.

By Joshua HongAugust 4, 2026
Cloudflare just launched a permanent ID tool and wallet for AI shopping

The new service makes it easier for consumers to equip AI agents with tools that let them spend and identity themselves to merchants’ agents.

By Jeff John RobertsAugust 4, 2026
Kalshi CEO clashes with disgraced former Congressman George Santos in latest prediction market controversy

Santos was ordered to pay $35,000 after the CFTC found he had manipulated Kalshi contracts tied to his State of the Union attendance.

By Camila Grigera NaónAugust 3, 2026
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman gave $5.5 million to protect the home of an internet-famous bald eagle named Jackie

As the internet-famous eagle fought for her life in intensive care, the Brockmans’ donation closed a $10 million fundraiser with days to spare.

By Sydney LakeAugust 4, 2026
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By Will DroverAugust 5, 2026
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By Jim EdwardsAugust 5, 2026
Bill Ackman’s next big bet is convincing Americans to fall back in love with capitalism
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Bill Ackman’s next big bet is convincing Americans to fall back in love with capitalism
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Billionaires already couldn’t talk to their grandchildren. Now they’re on opposite sides of the AI divide
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Powell keeps battling Trump without saying his name: ‘Like many other institutions, the Fed has been undergoing a stress test’
By Leah Willingham and The Associated PressMay 31, 2026
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Wall Street may have solved a nagging mystery in global oil markets as doomsday scenarios have yet to arrive
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Wall Street may have solved a nagging mystery in global oil markets as doomsday scenarios have yet to arrive
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A rare ‘super’ El Niño is looking more likely. Here’s what to expect
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A rare ‘super’ El Niño is looking more likely. Here’s what to expect
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Data centers could help determine who wins the next war, and a shortage of compute would be ‘catastrophic,’ retired general says
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Data centers could help determine who wins the next war, and a shortage of compute would be ‘catastrophic,’ retired general says
By Jason MaMay 31, 2026
Financial markets are losing the security blanket that’s bailed them out of trouble so many times, top economist warns 
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Financial markets are losing the security blanket that’s bailed them out of trouble so many times, top economist warns 
By Jason MaMay 31, 2026
AI will make the ‘tech bro’ class even richer, Nobel laureate Joe Stiglitz says, just as it can take your job
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By Catherina GioinoMay 31, 2026
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By Jake AngeloMay 31, 2026
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Hegseth seeks to convince allies U.S. should stay quiet on Taiwan
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My wrist injury derailed my college plans. It’s why I’m a CEO today
By Allison DanielsenMay 31, 2026
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I built a startup from scratch and still nearly died because of a broken healthcare system. That’s why I’m running for Congress
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Chinese factory activity flattens as analysts wonder about true damage from Iran War
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By Emma BurleighMay 31, 2026
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If Elon Musk merges SpaceX with Tesla he’ll create a $3.4 trillion behemoth—with zero profits
By Shawn TullyMay 31, 2026
Oil bosses warn prices will soar in a matter of weeks as inventories near unprecedented lows — ‘I mean really, really low levels’
Energy
Oil bosses warn prices will soar in a matter of weeks as inventories near unprecedented lows — ‘I mean really, really low levels’
By Jason MaMay 30, 2026
U.S. military fires missile into engine room of blockade runner after it ignored more than 20 warnings while trying to enter an Iranian port
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U.S. military fires missile into engine room of blockade runner after it ignored more than 20 warnings while trying to enter an Iranian port
By Konstantin Toropin and The Associated PressMay 30, 2026
Damn the torpedoes — More ships are quietly slipping through the Strait of Hormuz as helicopters scare off Iran’s fast-attack boats
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Damn the torpedoes — More ships are quietly slipping through the Strait of Hormuz as helicopters scare off Iran’s fast-attack boats
By Jason MaMay 30, 2026
Warren Buffett’s son Peter didn’t know his dad was a billionaire until his 20s—he found out from a rich list
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Americans hurt in Kuwait as Trump sends mixed signals on war
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U.S. says deals with Iran for safe Hormuz transit are prohibited
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U.S. says deals with Iran for safe Hormuz transit are prohibited
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Trump’s ICE surge cost 668,000 jobs, Brookings report says
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Trump’s ICE surge cost 668,000 jobs, Brookings report says
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Russian spies are more aggressively trying to steal Western technology as sanctions add to mounting problems for Putin’s wartime economy
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