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Last updated: August 9, 2026, 2:37 PM ET

Geopolitical Risks

Iranian demands are disrupting President Trump’s plan to end the war, injecting fresh uncertainty into Middle East markets. Israel has rejected the 15-point proposal to disarm Hamas, prolonging regional instability that could weigh on investor sentiment.

UK Politics & Defense

The Clacton by-election finale is unlikely to settle questions over Reform UK’s future, though a solar eclipse promises a local economic lift. On defense, Taiwan is betting on drones to deter a Chinese invasion, a strategy that may bolster defense contractors.