Slim Pickings for Buyers Amid Near Record Low Homes for Sale
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Iran’s currency hits a record low
Iran’s currency fell to 613,500 to the dollar as it celebrates Persian New Year.ABC News - World - Iran -
First-Time Home Buyers in the U.S. Need to Earn More for Starter Homes
Home buyers must earn $75,849 annually to afford the typical U.S. starter home as of February, up 8.2%, or $5,767, from a year earlier, Redfin says.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Successful school building bids drop to record low
The government has approved the lowest number of school building work requests since its model began.BBC News - Top stories -
Housing market frozen as home buyers ‘hold out’ for lower mortgage rates
Mortgage applications dipped 0.7% in the last week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said. The average rate for a 30-year mortgage is 6.93%.MarketWatch - Business - Mortgage -
Mortgage rates fall, providing some relief to home buyers
The U.S. 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.79% Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business - Mortgage -
Sales of new homes inched down in February
New home sales at 662,000 annual rate in February versus 664,000 in the prior month.MarketWatch - Business -
H&M Outlook on Track as Sales Pick Up
H&M posted forecast-beating earnings as well-received spring collections pushed sales higher during February., and said its target of a 10% operating margin for 2024 remained.The Wall Street Journal - World -
H&M Outlook on Track as Sales Pick Up
H&M posted forecast-beating earnings as well-received spring collections pushed sales higher during February., and said its target of a 10% operating margin for 2024 remained.The Wall Street Journal - Business -
Amid Kate frenzy, hospital responds to Catherine's reported medical-records breach
As public interest into Kate Middleton's health intensifies, the London Clinic responds to a report that her medical records were illegally accessed.Los Angeles Times - Entertainment -
Home price growth is back at pre-pandemic levels. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers
While price growth is moderating and inventory is improving, overall housing costs remain high, experts say. Here's what to expect.CNBC - Business -
Home price growth is back at pre-pandemic levels. Here's what that means for buyers and sellers.
The rate at which home prices grow is slowing down.NBC News - Top stories -
Italian town lists homes for 1 euro — but still can’t find buyers for them
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Ending 6% commissions could create a ‘Venus flytrap situation’ for home buyers, economist says
A proposed settlement announced by the National Association of Realtors could quickly saddle home buyers with additional costs, one professor said.MarketWatch - Business -
Angela Rayner refuses to publish tax records as police probe house sale
UK opposition party’s deputy leader issues challenge to Tories: ‘You show me yours, I’ll show you mine’Financial Times - Business -
Nio’s stock touches 52-week low after Chinese EV maker cuts sales estimates
U.S.-listed shares of Nio Inc. on Wednesday hovered around a 52-week low after the Chinese electric-vehicle maker cut its current-quarter sales estimates.MarketWatch - Business -
Pending home sales inch up in February. Realtors are worried about U.S. home prices rising faster than incomes.
U.S. pending home sales rose 1.6% in February, the National Association of Realtors said on Thursday.MarketWatch - Business -
Boeing boss Dave Calhoun to step down; EU to investigate Alphabet, Apple and Meta – business live
Live, rolling coverage of business, economics and financial markets as Boeing chief executive departs after safety incidents including mid-air door blow-out. The government’s shareholding in NatWest Group has fallen below 30% for the first time ...The Guardian - World - Apple -
Limits placed on removal of land from food production in England
Government restrictions come after farmers raise concerns over domestic food securityFinancial Times - World -
Putin’s Ukraine obsession has blinded him to dangers at home
The Kremlin autocrat once wanted to align with the US in fighting terrorism but is trapped in lies and paranoiaFinancial Times - World - Ukraine -
Home Depot is acquiring specialty distributor SRS for $18.25 billion in huge bet on growing pro sales
Home Depot is making the largest acquisition in its history as its sales growth stagnates.CNBC - Business -
UN picks Saudi Arabia to lead women’s rights forum despite ‘abysmal’ record
Kingdom chosen to chair Commission on Status of Women after unopposed bid, to dismay of human rights groups. Saudi Arabia has been chosen as the chair of the UN commission that is supposed to promote gender equality and empower women around the ...The Guardian - World - United Nations -
Logitech launches Signature Slim K950 Wireless Keyboard
Logitech has unveiled its latest wireless keyboard aimed at seamlessly integrating work and personal life at the desk.VentureBeat - Tech -
WATCH: Travis Bazzana, potential No. 1 pick in MLB draft, hits leadoff home run in fourth consecutive game
Bazzana is a junior at Oregon State UniversityCBS Sports - Sports - MLB -
Panthers signing Jadeveon Clowney: Former No. 1 overall pick returning home on two-year deal with Carolina
It's Clowney's fifth NFL stop in six seasonsCBS Sports - Sports -
I’ve paid rent to my boyfriend since 2012 — and helped raise his child. He’s making $200,000 on the sale of his home. Am I entitled to half?
“I have taken care of his first child from another marriage for 12 years.”MarketWatch - Business -
Get The Stellar PS5 Slim Spider-Man Bundle Deal Before It Expires This Weekend
PS5 Slim Digital Spider-Man 2 Bundle $399 (retail value of ...GameSpot - Tech -
Consumer advocates, realtors hail NAR settlement: What it means for buyers and sellers
The process of buying a home has seemingly never been simpler: Find a property on a listings website like Zillow, Redfin or Trulia; reach out to the listing agent; tour the property; and make an offer.NBC News - Top stories -
Comex Gold Settles Higher
Gold prices rose, clawing back some of Friday’s losses, with the front-month Comex contract for March settling up 0.8% at $2174.80.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Mortgage applications are down. Here's why buyers may want to act now.
Fewer mortgage applications suggest that buyer demand is waning. Here's why that could benefit you now.CBS News - Top stories -
Satisfaction with NHS falls to 40-year low
British Social Attitudes survey reflects impact of strikes and long waiting lists on health service in 2023Financial Times - World -
Woman, 70, attacked and sexually assaulted near park
She was pushed to the ground near Colquhoun Park in Bearsden on Friday afternoon.BBC News - Top stories -
Putin speaks of 'Ukrainian trail' in attack near Moscow
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Trump spirals as bond deadline in fraud case nears
The eye-popping judgment against former President Trump in his New York fraud case has laid bare his precarious financial status, a matter that has sent the notoriously incensed real estate mogul off the rails. In Truth Social posts, Trump has ...The Hill - Politics - Donald Trump -
The WSJ Dollar Index Rises 0.1% to 98.95
The WSJ Dollar Index was up 0.1% to 98.95 — up nine of the past 12 trading days.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Utah shaken after experiencing racism near hotel
Utah coach Lynne Roberts said her team experienced a series of racial hate crimes after arriving at its first NCAA tournament hotel and was forced to change hotels during the event for safety concerns.ESPN - Sports -
2 victims recovered near collapsed Baltimore bridge
Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse recovery mission starts after 6 presumed deadNBC News - Top stories -
Our Favorite Garmin Smartwatches Are on Sale
Spring has sprung! Whether you want to run, surf, or sleep in, we've gathered the best discounts on a few of our favorite fitness trackers.Wired - Tech -
German Retail Sales Unexpectedly Slide
German retail sales fell 1.9% in February against forecasts for a modest rise, with the weakness symbolizing the woes in the sector as consumer confidence remains sluggish.The Wall Street Journal - World - Germany -
Minnesota Timberwolves Sale Takes Dramatic Turn
A group led by entrepreneur Marc Lore and retired ballplayer Alex Rodriguez had been in line to buy the NBA franchise. Then the current owner spiked the deal.The Wall Street Journal - World -
Software startup Recurrent helps used EV buyers know how much life is left in a vehicle
Recurrent aims to do for electric vehicle batteries what odometers do for fuel-powered cars: show the wear and tear on the battery and its future value.CNBC - Business