London, Aug 6, 2026 (AFP) - Stocks diverge with earnings, tech in focus

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2026-08-06

Global stock markets diverged on Thursday as investors assessed the latest corporate earnings with tech firms back under pressure, while awaiting developments over a potential US-Iran deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices edged higher as investors sought confirmation that a deal was progressing. London, Paris and Frankfurt stock markets were all higher nearing midday. Alcoholic drinks maker Diageo jumped seven percent to top London's......

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