Marketplace Filling the federal data void
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Oct 7, 2025 The ongoing federal government shutdown has left a significant labor data gap, prompting private firms to step in with limited datasets. All-cash home sales are becoming increasingly popular, raising concerns for first-time buyers. Insightful reports on used equipment auctions reveal troubling trends in residential construction. Additionally, tribal nations are exploring AI technologies while navigating issues of data sovereignty, and grocery prices are finally declining as chicken supply stabilizes.
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Private Data Fills A Federal Gap
- Private firms are publishing labor and economic data while federal agencies pause during the shutdown.
- Their datasets fill a gap but are narrower and less transparent than BLS reports.
Treat Private Reports As Provisional
- Treat private economic reports as useful but provisional information.
- Compare multiple private sources and wait for federal data for comprehensive analysis.
High Share Of Cash Buyers Shapes Market
- Nearly one-third of early-2025 home sales were all-cash, reflecting investor activity and homeowner equity.
- Cash buyers often secure cheaper, more attractive offers, squeezing first-time buyers.