Jul 31, 2026 – 8.16pmSee-sawing global markets are set to collide with an earnings season characterised by uncertainty and sluggish growth, creating a difficult environment for investors akin to betting on a roulette table.The Australian sharemarket eked out its fourth monthly gain despite a fading rally on Friday heading into a month of financial updates, rising 2.3 per cent over July.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles