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In a bold move to boost the country’s technological infrastructure, leading tech firms have ramped up their investments in AI and data-center facilities across the U.S. as part of a broader effort to solidify the nation’s position in the global tech race. Ahead of November 15, Anthropic, one of the leading players in artificial intelligence, revealed plans to invest hundreds of millions of dollars into enhancing American AI data-center capacity. This marks a significant step forward in the U.S.’s drive to build and scale AI infrastructure within its borders, ensuring it can support growing demands for advanced computing power. These…

A growing body of industry research released in late October and early November 2025 reveals a significant shift in the behavior of U.S. homeowners. As mortgage rates remain elevated, homeowners who secured historically low rates during the past decade—particularly during the pandemic housing boom—are increasingly choosing to stay in their current homes. This phenomenon is leading to reduced housing turnover, tighter inventories, and a more complex market for real estate professionals across the country. The trend, often referred to as the “mortgage rate lock-in effect,” reflects the reluctance of homeowners to give up their favorable mortgage terms. More than half…

The technology briefing offers key insights into the evolving landscape of the U.S. tech industry, where major shifts in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and robotics are defining the next phase of innovation. The briefing highlights several significant movements within the sector, including substantial investments in AI and cloud technologies, growing concerns around the safety of industrial robotics, and the intensifying competition for talent in regions heavily focused on tech development. These developments not only reflect the ongoing transformation of the industry but also signal important implications for a range of stakeholders, from tech companies to real estate managers. One…

The U.S. commercial real estate market in 2025 is showing notable resilience, maintaining its stability despite the headwinds of economic uncertainty and evolving market trends. Recent reports from leading firms like CBRE Group suggest that several sectors of the market, particularly multifamily and logistics, continue to perform well, while certain property types—especially older office buildings—are grappling with higher vacancy rates. Despite these challenges, the commercial real estate sector is expected to experience steady growth this year, with investment activity forecast to rise by approximately 10%, although still below pre-pandemic levels. This suggests that the market is adapting and finding a…

On November 7, 2025, national homebuilding giant PulteGroup announced the launch of a new lease-to-own housing program in the Phoenix metropolitan area, marking a significant shift in how homebuilders approach affordability challenges in today’s residential real estate market. The initiative, designed as a five-year pilot, targets moderate-income households seeking a pathway to homeownership but facing rising home prices and the burden of substantial down payments. The new program allows prospective homeowners to lease a newly constructed single-family home for up to two years with the option to purchase it at a pre-agreed price. One of the standout features is that…

New data released on November 5, 2025, reveals that the median age of first-time homebuyers in the United States has reached an all-time high of 40 years. This milestone underscores significant changes in the housing market, influenced by a combination of factors that have made it more challenging for younger buyers to enter the market. These factors include escalating affordability pressures, persistently high mortgage rates, and a limited inventory of available homes, all of which have contributed to the rising age of first-time homebuyers. First-time buyers now represent about 21% of all home purchases, the lowest share since tracking began…

The U.S. residential housing market is showing tentative signs of stabilization in early November 2025, following several years of volatility marked by rapid home-price increases, limited inventory, and soaring mortgage rates. Although no single national report was released directly tied to November 3, recent data and commentary from market analysts, real estate professionals, and financial institutions suggest that the sector may be shifting toward a more balanced footing. In recent months, mortgage rates have begun to plateau rather than continue their upward trajectory. While rates remain elevated by historical standards, they have hovered around the 6% range, providing a measure…

As of November 1, 2025, the U.S. residential real estate market remains steady, with existing-home sales continuing to show resilience and prices climbing higher. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), sales of existing homes increased to an annualized 4.06 million units in September, up from 4.00 million in August. This uptick indicates that despite challenges, buyers are still actively engaging with the market. Meanwhile, the median sales price for homes has risen to approximately $415,200, reflecting a 2.1% increase year-over-year. This price growth is particularly notable given the current economic backdrop, which includes elevated mortgage rates and a…

A recent report from October 30, 2025, reveals a growing trend in the U.S. housing market where homeowners are increasingly opting to remove their properties from the market rather than reduce their asking prices. This shift is contributing to the continued elevation of home values. Data from Realtor.com shows a significant spike in delistings, with a 52% year-over-year increase in September, following an even steeper 72% growth in delistings during August. The primary factor behind this surge in delistings is the reluctance of many sellers to give up the low mortgage rates they secured during the pandemic. Nearly 70% of…

Home-price growth in the United States has slowed to its lowest level in more than two years, a clear indication that the once red-hot housing market is entering a new phase of moderation. According to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index, released in late October, home prices in August 2025 rose only 1.5 percent compared to the previous year. This represents the slowest rate of annual growth since mid-2023, and comes amid persistently high mortgage rates and ongoing concerns about housing affordability. The latest numbers mark a significant deceleration from the double-digit gains recorded during the pandemic housing boom.…