The U.S. economy is sending mixed signals as inflation eases to 2.8%, job growth slows, and escalating trade wars shake investor confidence. February’s labor report showed weaker-than-expected job gains, while tariffs on steel and aluminum sparked market volatility, driving the Dow Jones down nearly 1%. As the Federal Reserve weighs its next move, mortgage rates are trending downward, offering opportunities for real estate investors. Will inflation continue to cool, or will trade tensions push prices higher?

Tune in for a deep dive into how these shifting economic forces could impact your investments.

00:00 Real Estate News Brief 00:26 Inflation Report 01:21 Shelter Costs 01:51 Notable Price Changes 02:06 February Jobs Report 02:37 Unemployment Rate 03:06 Job Growth, Job Losses, and Wage Growth 04:03 Fed Rate Cuts? 04:28 Market Reactions 05:19 Tariffs 05:50 Currency Markets 

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Sources:

1.  https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/12/cpi-inflation-report-february-2025.html 
2. https://www.jpmorgan.com/insights/outlook/economic-outlook/jobs-report-february-2025 
3. https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/cpi-report-today-inflation-stock-market-03-12-2025