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A fresh round of headlines broke this morning: the U.S. and Japan have reached a new tariff agreement, cutting auto duties from 27.5% to 15%. On paper, it appears to be a win. In practice? That 15% rate is still well above pre-trade-war levels, meaning the pressure on consumer goods—and inflation—remains very much intact. That […]
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The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data sent a clear message: inflation isn’t done yet. June’s CPI report showed a 0.3% monthly increase, pushing the annual inflation rate to 2.7%, up from 2.4% in May. Core inflation, which excludes food and energy, also increased, rising 0.2% month-over-month and standing at 2.9% year-over-year. It’s the kind […]
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At the European Central Bank’s prestigious annual forum in Sintra, Portugal, on July 1, 2025, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell took the stage alongside global counterparts, offering a clear message: the Fed is exercising caution, not making hasty decisions. While markets had been hoping for a signal that interest rate cuts were imminent, Powell instead […]
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This summer was supposed to be the season when housing regained its momentum. Warmer weather, pent-up demand, and some long-awaited relief from high mortgage rates were all expected to spark activity. But instead of momentum, we’ve got a market clouded by rising global tension, stubbornly high interest rates, and an economy that seems to be […]
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On June 18, 2025, the Federal Reserve announced that it would hold its benchmark interest rate steady at 4.25% to 4.50%, opting to maintain its current course in the face of elevated inflation and rising global trade tensions. While Fed officials continue to signal that two rate cuts may still be forthcoming before the end […]
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A recent headline from Redfin sparked a national conversation: the U.S. housing market now has nearly 500,000 more home sellers than buyers—the most significant gap in over a decade. Based on April 2025 MLS listings and Redfin’s buyer activity models, the report suggests a subtle yet important shift toward a buyer’s market. Here in Scottsdale […]
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Published: May 30, 2025 In May, the Federal Reserve purchased $43.6 billion in U.S. Treasury securities, including nearly $9 billion in 30-year bonds, without issuing a formal announcement. While these purchases are technically public record, the lack of public-facing commentary or media coverage has led some analysts to describe the move as “stealth quantitative easing,” […]
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As summer 2025 approaches, the real estate markets in Phoenix and Scottsdale are flashing unmistakable signs of a slowdown. Inventory levels are climbing fast, price cuts are widespread, and the once-frenzied buyer pool is thinning. But this isn’t just a local cooling—it reflects broader economic anxiety sparked partly by international trade tensions and a sharp […]
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Metro Phoenix is no stranger to growth. For decades, it has been a magnet for those chasing the sun, seeking opportunity, or simply looking for more space. But in 2025, that growth story is entering a new chapter—one defined not just by population gains, but by transformative corporate investments that are reshaping neighborhoods from the […]
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On May 7, 2025, the Federal Reserve announced it would leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 4.25% to 4.50%, marking the third straight meeting with no change in policy. While many consumers and housing market watchers had hoped for a rate cut to ease borrowing costs, the Fed’s decision came amid mixed economic signals—particularly […]
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