LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: August 1, 2026, 4:00 AM EDTUpdated: August 1, 2026, 8:41 AM EDT US Stocks Surge to Records as Wall Street-Main Street Sentiment Split Widens August 1, 2026, 8:41 AM EDT. The S&P 500 notched a record high 23 times in 2026, even as consumer sentiment plunged to historic lows, underscoring a record gap between Wall Street and Main Street. Analysts point to AI stock valuations-now making up 40% of the S&P 500-and the widening wealth gap, with 87% of equities held by the wealthiest 10%. This divide is driving bullishness in the markets while everyday Americans remain

The Mexican peso gained 1.02% in July, though a basic carry scan reveals limited buffer until next July. The onshore market was shut as of the dateline. Banxico released the official closing level at 14:10.