General Motors is set to lead the pack among Detroit’s traditional automakers as it prepares to report its second-quarter results. Analysts are bullish on GM, forecasting a solid adjusted profit of $2.75 per share, representing a 44.2% increase from the previous year. The company is also expected to post a revenue of $45.46 billion, marking
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The recent drop in mortgage rates to the lowest level since March spurred a significant increase in refinancing applications. Last week, there was a 15% jump in refinancing applications, compared to the week before, reaching the highest level since August 2022. However, despite this surge in demand, refinance applications are still significantly lower than pre-pandemic
The United States is currently facing a housing crisis, characterized by a tight supply of homes, especially affordable ones, and high mortgage rates. However, the severity of the issue varies significantly from state to state. As a result, companies considering location decisions take into account the local residential real estate market’s conditions. They aim to
Manhattan’s real estate market is experiencing a significant shift towards buyers, as apartment prices have decreased and inventory has increased. Reports show that in the second quarter of 2024, the average real estate sales price in Manhattan fell by 3% to just over $2 million. Additionally, the median price dropped by 2% to $1.2 million,
In a recent announcement, AdEx declared the launch of its updated platform, positioning itself as a key tool for Web3 advertisers seeking to engage with a wider Web2 audience. This strategic move comes with a myriad of technological advancements, such as the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Zero-Knowledge (ZK) privacy protocols. These updates aim
Recent reports indicate that the heat in the housing market is beginning to cool down, with home prices experiencing a decline in their upward trajectory. While prices remain higher compared to a year ago, the rate of price appreciation has slowed significantly. According to data from real estate brokerage Redfin, the typical house sold for
The first half of the year has shown a 2.9% increase in U.S. auto sales compared to the previous year, but experts are cautious about maintaining this momentum through the year-end. The growth is expected to slow down in the next six months, with sales reaching approximately 15.7 million units, marking a modest 1.3% increase
Target, the Minneapolis-based discount retailer, has made a significant move to enhance its online marketplace by partnering with Shopify. This collaboration aims to bring new and trendier brands to Target’s website, allowing smaller or up-and-coming businesses using the Shopify platform to join Target Plus, the retailer’s third-party marketplace. This strategic alliance is expected to benefit
When looking at the least difficult places to buy a home in the U.S., a new real estate indicator reveals that Iroquois County, Illinois, is the most cost-effective or affordable housing market among the measured counties. Cost is one of the contributing factors that determine the ease of purchasing a home in a particular area.
The real estate market is facing some significant challenges, with sales of previously owned homes at a 30-year low. In May, existing home sales barely moved, dropping by 0.7% from April. This comes at a time when prices are reaching new record highs and mortgage rates remain high. According to the National Association of Realtors