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Economy

Sales Up: “No Line to Board Private Jets, but There Is a Line to Buy Them”

“Mr. Papariella’s clients often look to buy used jets, some decades old, that still perform at a high level but cost less up front, he said. A Gulfstream G4 from 2002 might cost $3 million — far better than $60… Continue Reading…

Economy

“Saturday shopping set a single-day sales record, analyst says”

“Holiday shopping set records over the weekend, with Super Saturday sales reaching $34.4 billion, the biggest single day in U.S. retail history, according to Customer Growth Partners… … As retailers offer improved web platforms, online spending so far this season has… Continue Reading…

Economy

“Black Friday shoppers drop record-breaking $7.4B in online sales”

“On Black Friday, shoppers spent a record-breaking $7.4 billion, according to preliminary data published by Adobe Analytics, which measures transactions from 80 of the top 100 online retailers. It marks the second-largest online sales day ever, falling slightly short of last year’s Cyber… Continue Reading…

Economy, Real Estate

“Pending US home sales fell 1.7% in October amid short supply”

“The National Association of Realtors said Wednesday that its pending home sales index, which measures the number of purchase contracts signed, fell 1.7% last month. The signed contracts become final purchases 1-2 months later. Still, declining mortgage rates over time have lifted… Continue Reading…

Banking, Economy

“… Black Friday or Cyber Monday [which] is the better day…”

“Cyber Monday traditionally comes three days after Black Friday and revolves around online deals. It’s even bigger than Black Friday — retail sales this year are expected to top $10 billion… In short, yes. “When comparing the two days last year,… Continue Reading…

Economy

“It’s Make-Or-Break Time For Retailers: Black Friday Update”

“Early November results bode well: Comparable-store retail sales gained 1.3% in the first two weeks of the month, according to Fiserv, a major U.S. processor of credit-card transactions. Cooler weather likely spurred apparel growth for warmer, seasonal clothing, particularly at… Continue Reading…

Economy, Real Estate

“Home sales fall 4.9% in slow start to spring buying season”

“Sales of existing U.S. homes Opens a New Window. fell in March after a huge gain the previous month, held back partly by a sharp slowdown among the most expensive properties Opens a New Window. . The National Association of… Continue Reading…

Business, Economy

“…small businesses shows signs of cooling”

“The number of small business sales counted by online market BizBuySell.com fell 6.5% during the first quarter from the same period of 2018, following a 6% fourth quarter drop. BizBuySell.com reported 2,504 first quarter transactions, down from 2,678 a year… Continue Reading…

Economy, Real Estate

High End Housing Market Boom

“As pricey homes hit market, median list price for a house reaches record $300,000“ “If you’re selling a high-end home, you’ve got company. More pricey houses are up for sale this year, pushing listing prices to record highs. The median… Continue Reading…

Economy

“Weak February US retail sales underscore slowing economy”

“U.S. retail sales unexpectedly fell in February, the latest sign economic growth has shifted into low gear as stimulus from $1.5 trillion in tax cuts and increased government spending fades. The weak report from the Commerce Department on Monday joined… Continue Reading…