American residential investment, which stands at 3.3% of gross domestic product, remains tepid at best amid an affordability crisis that will not be solved anytime soon. … READ MORE >
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Wrong data at the right time: Mixed data complicates Fed’s decision
A lot is happening in the economy, but one trend has become clear: The economy is slowing but not enough to guarantee a rate cut. … READ MORE >
5 things to know in life sciences: Week of Aug. 11, 2025
Biotech IPOs in the U.S. have hit a six-month drought. This and more in this week’s life sciences update. … READ MORE >
Consumer products M&A update: Rebound remains out of reach
The robust M&A activity during and post-pandemic from 2020 to 2022 is starting to mature and we believe will be a catalyst in the second half of the year and into 2026 that breaks open the levees and drives deal volumes higher. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: The normalization of rates and the steeper yield curve
The Treasury yield curve has steepened, with 2-year Treasury bond yields now below 3.70% … READ MORE >
Staffing firms focus on AI, efficiency and market resilience on Q2 earnings calls
Staffing and talent services firms are embracing AI and digital tools and executing operational restructuring. Firms are also assessing market positioning in anticipation of future growth. … READ MORE >
Middle market agencies may need to adjust digital content strategies
U.S. adults will spend more digital time watching video than engaging in all other online activities combined by 2027. … READ MORE >
Tariffs drive producer prices higher, squeezing margins
Equity markets, buoyed in recent months by solid earnings, may face pressure as profit margins shrink after companies absorb tariff costs. … READ MORE >
Market Minute: Oil prices fall as global production rises
The price of crude oil has continued to drop, with West Texas Intermediate falling below $63 per barrel on Wednesday. … READ MORE >
Health care industry trend watch: Week of Aug. 11, 2025
A fiscal cliff looms for millions of Americans as a one-two punch of expiring federal subsidies and rising health insurance premiums threatens to exacerbate affordability issues within the health care continuum. … READ MORE >