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Archived · 1 August 2026
Equities · DJI
Dow Jones
See how coverage of the Dow Jones is changing—and the bullish and bearish arguments behind it.
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69% bullish — 69% of the articles that took a side on Dow Jones argued Dow Jones higher, articles published 25–31 July.
Dow Jones · 69% bullish. 69% of the articles that took a side on Dow Jones argued Dow Jones higher, articles published 25–31 July.
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-26 | 47 |
| 2026-07-27 | 47 |
| 2026-07-28 | 60 |
| 2026-07-29 | 54 |
| 2026-07-30 | 46 |
| 2026-07-31 | 63 |
| 2026-08-01 | 69 |
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-03 | 69 |
| 2026-07-04 | 77 |
| 2026-07-05 | 78 |
| 2026-07-06 | 79 |
| 2026-07-07 | 74 |
| 2026-07-08 | 67 |
| 2026-07-09 | 64 |
| 2026-07-10 | 55 |
| 2026-07-11 | 53 |
| 2026-07-12 | 52 |
| 2026-07-13 | 51 |
| 2026-07-14 | 42 |
| 2026-07-15 | 38 |
| 2026-07-16 | 65 |
| 2026-07-17 | 56 |
| 2026-07-18 | 33 |
| 2026-07-19 | 32 |
| 2026-07-20 | 32 |
| 2026-07-21 | 31 |
| 2026-07-22 | 50 |
| 2026-07-23 | 42 |
| 2026-07-24 | 36 |
| 2026-07-25 | 45 |
| 2026-07-26 | 47 |
| 2026-07-27 | 47 |
| 2026-07-28 | 60 |
| 2026-07-29 | 54 |
| 2026-07-30 | 46 |
| 2026-07-31 | 63 |
| 2026-08-01 | 69 |
Each point measures the previous seven days of directional articles. It describes coverage, not the probability of a rise in the Dow’s price.Articles published from 25 to 31 July, scored the following mornings.
What mattered · 1 August 2026
The Dow is quietly climbing today, but the usual chatter explaining why has gone almost completely silent — a calm that feels a little too calm after a rocky week.
What changed
Little changed: the largest arguments on both sides led yesterday too.
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How the Dow’s narratives are evolving
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Featured
2 featured narratives · Selected highlights across the lifecycle
Mideast Tension Energy Outperformance
Share of coverage
15.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Energy stocks will outperform during periods of Middle East geopolitical tension due to crude oil price appreciation
Iran Conflict Oil Inflation Pressure
Share of coverage
15.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Rising oil prices from Middle East conflict will create inflation pressures that constrain central bank policy flexibility
Emerging
No emerging narratives for Dow Jones in this edition.
Accelerating
No accelerating narratives for Dow Jones in this edition.
Fading
No fading narratives for Dow Jones in this edition.
Steady
4 steady narratives · Holding a steady share of attention
Iran Conflict Oil Inflation Pressure
Share of coverage
15.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Rising oil prices from Middle East conflict will create inflation pressures that constrain central bank policy flexibility
Mideast Tension Energy Outperformance
Share of coverage
15.4%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Energy stocks will outperform during periods of Middle East geopolitical tension due to crude oil price appreciation
Dow New High Government Stimulus
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The US stock market is likely to soar to a fresh high, supported by technical indicators and government efforts to boost market sentiment.
Earnings Season Guidance Upgrades
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The end of a strong earnings reporting season and upward guidance are boosting market confidence.
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