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August 6, 2026

Stocks hold near records on hopes of an Iran agreement

By DAMIAN J. TROISE
AP Business Writer

NEW YORK — Stocks meandered to a mixed finish on Wall Street Wednesday and remained close to their records, while oil prices held steady.

The uncertain trading on Wall Street followed two days of big gains that gave the week and August a strong start. Several big technology companies slumped, though, ultimately weighing down the market.


 
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