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Europe at a Crossroads: Trump’s Stark Warning in Davos

                                              A lit up sign put up over Davos ahead of President Trumps arrival At the World Economic Forum in Davos, President Donald Trump delivered a pointed critique of Europe’s current trajectory, arguing that the continent is “heading in the wrong direction.” His remarks added a sharper edge to a summit already defined by global uncertainty and competing visions for the future. Trump’s comments focused on what he described as Europe’s economic stagnation, political fragmentation, and policy choices around migration and energy. He suggested that these decisions were weakening Europe’s long‑term stability and diminishing its global influence. Framing the issue in broader terms, he emphasized that global prosperity is closely tied to American economic strength, asserting that a strong United States remains essent...
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May Housing Market: Sales Decline Amid Record High Prices

 

In May, sales of previously owned homes declined for the third consecutive month as prices hit an all-time high. Year-over-year sales were down by 2.8%¹. The median home price in the US reached $419,300, contributing to the slowdown in home sales due to elevated interest rates. 

Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), expressed surprise at the lack of a spring recovery. Only the Midwest saw an increase in home sales, while other regions remained flat or experienced monthly declines. Despite the market's softer conditions, homes still received multiple offers, and first-time buyers' share of purchases surpassed 30% for the second straight month³. It's a complex market situation, but I hope this summary sheds some light on the current trends! 




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