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Commercial property faces recession if banks don't lend: Ross Perot Jr.: Banks are lending less to commercial property developers after the latest banking crisis ...
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Commercial property faces recession if banks don't lend: Ross Perot Jr.
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Billionaire Perot Warns of Real Estate Recession as Loans Dry Up: Ross Perot Jr., whose family is one of the largest independent property developers in the ...
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Billionaire Perot Warns of Real Estate Recession as Loans Dry Up
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Commercial property faces recession if banks don't lend: Ross Perot Jr.: Banks are lending less to commercial property developers after the latest banking crisis ...
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Commercial property faces recession if banks don't lend: Ross Perot Jr.
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Billionaire Perot Warns of Real Estate Recession as Loans Dry Up: Ross Perot Jr., whose family is one of the largest independent property developers in the ...
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Billionaire Perot Warns of Real Estate Recession as Loans Dry Up
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West is best? How we stack up against Australia: Running a quick stock take on the NZ and Aussie economies, Australia comes out on top.
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West is best? How we stack up against Australia
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Kenya ranked fourth wealthiest country in Africa: Kenya has been ranked among the big five wealthy markets in Africa having millionaires and billionaires
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Kenya ranked fourth wealthiest country in Africa
Quick Glance: Kenya Among Top 5 Wealthiest Countries in Africa
  • Kenya is recognized as one of the prosperous markets in Africa with a significant number of millionaires and billionaires.

  • As per the 2024 Africa Wealth Report released by an international wealth advisory firm, Kenya holds the fourth position in terms of wealth ownership.

  • Following South Africa, Egypt, and Nigeria ranking at positions one to three, Kenya comes.

  • The data in the report indicates that Kenya has a substantial population of affluent individuals, totaling 7,200 millionaires.
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UAE weather: Light to moderate rains expected from Monday to Friday: The National Centre of Meteorology said it's closely monitoring the weather situation
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UAE weather: Light to moderate rains expected from Monday to Friday
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All Powers Great and Small: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Geopolitics: Why bigger isn’t always better in geopolitics.
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All Powers Great and Small: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Geopolitics
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China’s Alternative Order: And What America Should Learn From It: And what America should learn from it.
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China’s Alternative Order: And What America Should Learn From It
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report
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Once the West Coast's crown jewel, San Francisco's real estate market is crashing
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Once the West Coast's crown jewel, San Francisco's real estate market is ...
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
  • The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

  • In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

  • Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

  • San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
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UAE: Expect a clear day tomorrow, with not much rain, as per weather forecast: Chances of light rain in eastern areas later this week, with slight drop in ...
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UAE: Expect a clear day tomorrow, with not much rain, as per weather ...
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Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office: NCM meteorologist urges people not to fall for articles, videos spreading misinformation
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Heavy rains in UAE: No cloud seeding done, confirms Met Office
Quick Glance: Cause of Dubai Flooding: Cloud Seeding or Natural Phenomenon?
  • Dubai grapples with the aftermath of heavy rainfall. Speculations on the role of cloud seeding are being discussed.

  • Clouds consist of tiny water droplets that coalesce around particles to form rain. Cloud seeding manipulates this process.

  • The effectiveness of cloud seeding is scientifically debated, with limited evidence of its efficacy.

  • Experts refute the claim that cloud seeding was the primary cause of the flooding in Dubai.
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Review: Tim McGraw was on all night like a porch light at Xcel Energy Center: His hit-filled show in St. Paul included unexpected dancing (well sort of) and an ...
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Review: Tim McGraw was on all night like a porch light at Xcel Energy ...
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Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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UAE witnesses record-breaking rains, highest in 75 years - News | Khaleej Times: 'Khatm Al Shakla' in Al Ain witnessed 254.8mm of precipitation in less than 24 ...
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Quick Glance: Historic Rains Flood the UAE
  • On Tuesday, April 16, the UAE experienced an unprecedented amount of rainfall - the highest in 75 years.

  • As per the National Centre of Meteorology, the 'Khatm Al Shakla' area in Al Ain received 254.8mm of precipitation in less than a day.

  • A massive landslide disaster hit the region of Al Qua in Al Ain, leading to the collapse of a sandy road in a crater-like shape.

  • Unstable weather conditions were observed in the country from Monday due to an extension of a 'low surface pressure'. Two waves of unstable weather moved over the country on Tuesday.
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Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists: The average daily room rate for March was about ¥20,986 ($136), the highest level since ...
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Japan hotel prices near 30-year high as weak yen lures record tourists
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Courtney Love Says Taylor Swift Is 'Not Important' And Shades Beyoncé Too: The ex-Hole singer, who's the widow of Kurt Cobain, let her opinions fly in a British ...
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Courtney Love Says Taylor Swift Is 'Not Important' And Shades Beyoncé Too
Quick Glance: Rock Icon Criticizes Taylor Swift: 'Not Important'
  • Outspoken rock legend Courtney Love criticized Lana Del Rey, Madonna, and Taylor Swift in a new interview, stating that the latter is 'not important.'

  • Love expressed negative views on Taylor Swift, calling her 'not important' and uninteresting as an artist, despite potentially being a safe space for girls.

  • She also mentioned her ongoing feud with Madonna, dating back to their awkward encounter on MTV in 1995.

  • Furthermore, Love harshly criticized Lana Del Rey, suggesting she delay the release of her upcoming album 'Lasso' until 2031 due to perceived overexposure.
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UAE Witnesses Highest Rainfall in 75 Years: According to a statement released by the National Center of Meteorology, the United Arab Emirates experienced the ...
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UAE Witnesses Highest Rainfall in 75 Years
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Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Quick Glance: Biden admin partners with 50 nations to prevent future pandemics
  • President Joe Biden's administration will assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics like Covid-19.

  • The U.S. will collaborate with countries to enhance testing, surveillance, communication, and preparedness for outbreaks.

  • The announcement addresses the challenge of achieving a global agreement on responses to future pandemics.

  • The U.S. government will involve multiple agencies to aid countries in refining their infectious disease response.
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The Iron Dome air defence system, Israel's crucial anti-missile shield
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The Iron Dome air defence system, Israel's crucial anti-missile shield
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LIVE: Heavy rains, hail batter UAE; landslides cause two roads to collapse in northern emirates - News | Khaleej Times
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LIVE: Heavy rains, hail batter UAE; landslides cause two roads to collapse ...
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Robert MacNeil, co-founder of NewsHour, dies at 93: MacNeil, a pioneer of public media journalism and a driving force behind the show that would become the PBS ...
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Robert MacNeil, co-founder of NewsHour, dies at 93
Quick Glance: Robert MacNeil, Co-Founder of 'PBS NewsHour,' Passes Away at 93
  • Robert MacNeil, a Canadian broadcast journalist who established what is now 'PBS NewsHour' and served as its urbane, impartial co-anchor for two decades, died at the age of 93.

  • Teaming up with Jim Lehrer in 1975, they formed one of television journalism's most successful and enduring partnerships, launching what later became 'PBS NewsHour.'

  • They opted to provide a sophisticated supplement to network nightly news, focusing on a single issue each night with interviews from experts.

  • Despite facing criticism for being dull and elitist, the program garnered a loyal audience and expanded to become the country's first national, hour-long nightly news broadcast in 1983.
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At last, good news about stray dogs: A letter from TEE SIEW LAI, Kuala Lumpur.
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At last, good news about stray dogs
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Tokyo-area condo prices hit record high for third year in a row: In central Tokyo's 23 wards, the average condo price rose 5.7% to ¥104.64 million ...
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Tokyo-area condo prices hit record high for third year in a row
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Iran launches dozens of drones at Israel, PM Netanyahu says country 'prepared for every scenario'
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Iran launches dozens of drones at Israel, PM Netanyahu says country ...
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Pakistan: At least 14 killed by lightning in two major provinces - News | Khaleej Times
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The Middle East Is Awash in Drugs: Captagon Has Fueled Violence and Aided Tyrants—and Meth Could Be Next
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The Middle East Is Awash in Drugs: Captagon Has Fueled Violence and Aided ...
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Empty SF office tower at 995 Market St sells at near 90% discount: An empty San Francisco office tower in the Mid-Market neighborhood at 995 Market Street ...
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Empty SF office tower at 995 Market St sells at near 90% discount
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UAE: Indians, Pakistanis among top investors in Sharjah property - News | Khaleej Times
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Chris Pratt and Katherine Schwarzenegger face backlash after demolishing a historic home to build a mega-mansion
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Quick Glance: Controversy Surrounding Demolition of Historic Home in LA
  • Actor Chris Pratt and his wife Katherine Schwarzenegger face backlash for demolishing a historic home to make way for a massive mansion.

  • The 1950 Zimmerman house designed by Craig Ellwood with landscaping by Garrett Eckbo was purchased for $12.5 million and torn down.

  • Despite being a potential historic site, the house was demolished to make room for a modern farmhouse, sparking regret and criticism from architecture enthusiasts.

  • The Los Angeles Conservancy and Eichler Network raised concerns and lamented the loss of the architectural gem, while designers and Mid-Century architecture fans expressed frustration over the demolition.
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The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Are Skyrocketing: Rising insurance premiums, property taxes and maintenance costs show little sign of abating ...
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The Hidden Costs of Homeownership Are Skyrocketing
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The $1.6 Billion Quest to Build America’s Tallest Skyscraper in…Oklahoma: A developer plans a 1,907-foot tower overlooking sprawl and farmland ...
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The $1.6 Billion Quest to Build America’s Tallest Skyscraper in…Oklahoma
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5 ‘Dream Bathroom’ Upgrades That Homeowners Tend to Regret: Luxe bathroom trends, from zellige tiles to vessel sinks, seduced these homeowners and interior ...
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5 ‘Dream Bathroom’ Upgrades That Homeowners Tend to Regret
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Quick Glance: Homeowners Face Prolonged High Mortgage Rates Amid Market Challenges
  • Currently, mortgage rates can be above 4 percent. An anticipated rate decrease is now expected by the end of next year.

  • Observers noted a trend of homeowners transitioning to fixed mortgage rates due to a high interest rate environment.

  • Real estate agents highlighted challenges in finding tenants with an oversupply of apartments in the market.

  • Analysts suggested that homeowners may need to endure longer periods of high mortgage rates before seeing significant declines.
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Jordan van den Berg: The 'Robin Hood' TikToker taking on Australian landlords: Jordan van den Berg's vigilante-style approach has won him fans and critics amid a ...
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Sick of Your Blue State? These Real Estate Agents Have Just the Place for You.: Agents in South Carolina, the fastest growing state in the country last year ...
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Sick of Your Blue State? These Real Estate Agents Have Just the Place for ...
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I had stable finances until I bought a house -- now I'm in deep debt: A TikToker named Samantha Barker was in good financial standing, until buying a house ...
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I had stable finances until I bought a house -- now I'm in deep debt
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Rosie O’Donnell relists her NYC triplex penthouse -- for a loss: The former talk show host has put her Manhattan apartment at 255 E. 49th St ...
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Rosie O’Donnell relists her NYC triplex penthouse -- for a loss
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Rockford Is Now America’s Top Housing Market After an Improbable Turnaround: The Illinois metro area, west of Chicago, was one of nearly a dozen in the Midwest ...
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Rockford Is Now America’s Top Housing Market After an Improbable ...
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Millennial moved from Florida to southern Portugal for a better life: Andrew Ibrahim was tired of Florida, and worried about what it was turning into ...
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Millennial moved from Florida to southern Portugal for a better life
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This Luxurious Paris Apartment Was Originally Built for a French Noble: A couple renovated three separate apartments in a historic “hôtel particulier” and an ...
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This Luxurious Paris Apartment Was Originally Built for a French Noble
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Arizona cares about hockey. The problem is the Coyotes care about real estate: Letter to the editor: The problem with the Arizona Coyotes isn't the fans ...
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Arizona cares about hockey. The problem is the Coyotes care about real ...
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Small California home size of hotel room hits market for $1.7M: Located at the end of a quiet, residential cul-de-sac in Cupertino, the home is overlooked by ...
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Small California home size of hotel room hits market for $1.7M
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They Love Their $14.95 Million Hamptons House. The Problem? Their Dog Hates It.: Bryan Graybill and Daniel Dokos built their dream home in Sag Harbor but are now ...
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They Love Their $14.95 Million Hamptons House. The Problem? Their Dog ...
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Adam Neumann shares new details on how he wants to transform apartment living: In an exclusive, Neumann shares why he believes Flow is a tech company and why he ...
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I got a loan modification and ended up with a 52-year mortgage. Is this normal? : ‘I found out last year, after talking to a few people who have also done a ...
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I got a loan modification and ended up with a 52-year mortgage ...
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Warren Buffett's real-estate firm to spend $250M to get out of legal hot water: Warren Buffett's HomeServices of America agreed to pay $250 million to settle ...
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Warren Buffett's real-estate firm to spend $250M to get out of legal hot ...
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Real Estate Billionaire Stephen Ross Bets Big on South Florida: The Related Cos. founder is following the money flowing south by bringing his influence to ...
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Real Estate Billionaire Stephen Ross Bets Big on South Florida
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Commercial Real Estate Debt Is Back With 170% Jump in Sales: Commercial real estate was one of the scariest assets in the US last year. This year ...
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Commercial Real Estate Debt Is Back With 170% Jump in Sales
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Trump Lawyer Hints That Tabloid CEO Tried to Help Model’s Career: Donald Trump’s longtime personal assistant, who worked for his real estate empire for decades ...
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Trump Lawyer Hints That Tabloid CEO Tried to Help Model’s Career
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Rents in Germany: Where housing costs are becoming a burden: Rent levels in Germany differ fundamentally from region to region. In Munich ...
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Rents in Germany: Where housing costs are becoming a burden
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Inheritance tax unsuitable for India, wealth creation is key: Experts: “Levy on inherited assets to hit savings, administrative nightmare”
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Inheritance tax unsuitable for India, wealth creation is key: Experts
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Blackstone Strikes $1.6 Billion Student Housing Deal With KKR: Blackstone Inc. agreed to sell a student-housing portfolio to KKR & Co. for $1.64 billion.
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Blackstone Strikes $1.6 Billion Student Housing Deal With KKR
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UBS Analyst Who Cut Evergrande Turns Bullish on Chinese Property Market: When it comes to Chinese real estate, John Lam is a lone wolf.
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UBS Analyst Who Cut Evergrande Turns Bullish on Chinese Property Market
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Express files for bankruptcy, will close 95 Express and all UpWest stores: Clothing retailer seeks court approval to continue operating its stores and paying its ...
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Express files for bankruptcy, will close 95 Express and all UpWest stores
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Home buyers turn to adjustable-rate mortgages as 30-year rate zooms past 7%: Mortgage rates jump to highest level since November 2023
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Home buyers turn to adjustable-rate mortgages as 30-year rate zooms past ...
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28 cities where rent is plunging as apartment supply surges: Report: Rent is tumbling across the US, thanks to a wave of new apartments. Here are 28 cities where ...
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28 cities where rent is plunging as apartment supply surges: Report