Today: 2 July 2026

Saab stock drops after earnings beat and raised growth target as investors weigh what’s next

Saab stock drops after earnings beat and raised growth target as investors weigh what’s next

Stockholm, February 5, 2026, 11:22 CET — Regular session Shares of Saab AB dropped Thursday following the Swedish defence firm's boost to its medium-term sales growth forecast and a record-breaking fourth-quarter in order bookings. The stock was last down 3.1% at 629.5 crowns, having swung widely after the open, ranging from 621.5 to 681.2 crowns.
Silver ETFs crash 21% as MCX silver drops 10% in India, gold whipsaws on dollar and Fed nerves

Silver ETFs crash 21% as MCX silver drops 10% in India, gold whipsaws on dollar and Fed nerves

Silver futures on India’s Multi Commodity Exchange plummeted 10% Thursday, with the March contract sliding Rs 26,850 to Rs 2,42,000 per kg. Gold April contracts dipped 1.51%, ending at Rs 1,50,736 per 10 grams. The Axis Silver ETF hit a low of Rs 216.86. MCX Clearing Corporation announced margin hikes starting Thursday: 4.5% for silver and 1% for gold, with further increases expected Friday. This shift is significant since these products offer retail investors a quick way into bullion. ETFs, which trade like stocks and mirror the metal’s price, can reflect sharp futures moves in portfolio values almost instantly.
Commonwealth Bank share price slides again as banks drag ASX; the next big dates for CBA stock

CBA shares pop after $68m ASIC provision—here’s what markets are watching before Feb 11

Shares of Commonwealth Bank of Australia jumped 1.4%, closing at A$159.28 on Thursday. That outpaced the broader market, which dipped 0.4%, despite the bank revealing a A$68 million pre-tax provision tied to an ASIC review. ANZ also gained 1.4%, while National Australia Bank edged up 0.3%. The update comes as investors adjust their outlook on the big four banks following the Reserve Bank of Australia’s recent rate hike. Banks wasted no time passing the increase onto variable mortgage rates. CBA and its competitors announced the rate changes would kick in between Feb. 13 and Feb. 17, depending on the lender.
5 February 2026
UBS CEO hints at Bitcoin and Ethereum trading as bank goes “fast follower” on tokenized assets

UBS CEO hints at Bitcoin and Ethereum trading as bank goes “fast follower” on tokenized assets

UBS is laying the groundwork for digital asset infrastructure and considering how to offer cryptocurrency access to individual clients, CEO Sergio Ermotti said, outlining a measured approach into a space that most big banks have so far observed from the sidelines. The comments carry weight since UBS controls one of Europe's biggest reservoirs of wealthy assets. The bank faces pressure to meet client demand for fresh products while avoiding open-ended risk.
5 February 2026

Stock Market Today

  • Paying Off Debt May Come Before 401(k) Max-Out, Say Advisors
    July 2, 2026, 5:03 PM EDT. Financial advisors say maxing your 401(k) isn't always the right move if you're carrying high-interest credit card balances or similar debt. They recommend getting the employer match, but say putting extra cash toward debt and an emergency fund first can leave you better off in the short run and save on interest. Letting debt pile up while focusing only on retirement contributions can strain your finances and knock long-term plans off course.
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