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IBEX 35 hits historic high, surpassing 20,000 points amid global market optimism
On August 4, 2026, the IBEX 35 index closed at a record 20,023.6 points, marking its first time above the 20,000 threshold. This milestone was driven by global market optimism, particularly following expectations of a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, which alleviated geopolitical tensions and stabilized oil prices. The index's performance was also bolstered by strong corporate earnings, notably from BBVA, which reported a record half-year profit of €6.051 billion, leading to a 2.5% increase in its share price.
Key points
- IBEX 35 closes at 20,023.6 points, surpassing 20,000 for the first time.
- BBVA's record half-year profit of €6.051 billion boosts its share price by 2.5%.
- Global markets reach new highs, with indices like DAX and S&P 500 also setting records.
- Investors remain cautious amid potential risks from high AI investments and global uncertainties.
Sources
- El Ibex 35 rompe por primera vez la barrera de los 20.000 puntosCadena SER · August 4, 2026
- El BBVA adelanta por primera vez a Iberdrola por capitalización bursátilCinco Días · August 4, 2026
- El Ibex conquista por primera vez los 20.000 puntos con unas Bolsas en nuevos máximosEl País · August 4, 2026
- Por qué la Bolsa española roza un récord histórico (y qué puede torcerlo)El País · August 4, 2026
AI-generated from public news sources. Not financial advice.
