Jonathan Levin explains how South Florida needs investments in climate resiliency, walkable cities, and schools. Andy Browne discusses the APEC summit and Biden's meeting with Xi Jinping. Elena Songster talks about China sending pandas to American zoos. Kate Kaminski discusses the US housing market.
The housing market continues to show optimism, albeit with slower gains compared to previous weeks. Builders are benefiting from limited supply in the resale market and strong consumer demand. With mortgage rates remaining low and the Federal Reserve maintaining a dovish stance, the market is expected to sustain its momentum and potentially see a year-end rally.
Microsoft stock takes a hit as open AI co-founder departs
Microsoft shares are down after Sam Altman, co-founder of Open AI, announced his departure and lost the confidence of the board. Open AI is a key focus for Microsoft, and the news may impact the company's relationship with the AI firm. However, Microsoft's overall strength in various areas, such as cloud computing and AI solutions, and its strong position in the tech sector, make it a quality stock that should continue to grow.
NVIDIA earnings to show sustained growth and market leadership
NVIDIA's upcoming earnings are expected to demonstrate sustained growth and market leadership. The company's performance in the data center segment will be a key focus, with attention on capturing a share of the projected $1 trillion of data center conversions. As a leader in AI and chip technology, NVIDIA is well positioned to meet demand and leverage its dominance in the market. Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is also emerging as a runner-up in the GPU market and an alternative opportunity for investors.
US home construction unexpectedly grows, indicating strong demand
US home construction unexpectedly grew in October, signaling continued demand in the housing market. With limited supply in the resale market, builders are benefiting from low mortgage rates, which are driving strong consumer demand. Despite potential headwinds, such as seasonal factors, the market is expected to maintain its momentum and support a sustained year-end rally.
Bloomberg Opinion Markets Columnist Jonathan Levin explains why to fulfill its promise as a financial center, South Florida needs to invest heavily in climate resiliency, more walkable cities and better schools. Andy Browne, Partner at Brunswick Group, shares his thoughts on the APEC summit and President Biden’s meeting with President Xi Jinping of China. Elena Songster, Associate Professor of History at Saint Mary’s College of California and author of “Panda Nation" talks about China once again sending pandas to American zoos. Kate Kaminski, COO of Walton Global, discuses state of the US housing market. And we Drive to the Close with Sylvia Jablonski, CEO & CIO at Defiance ETFs. Hosts: Scarlet Fu and Bailey Lipschultz. Producer: Paul Brennan.