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U.S. Architecture Billings Improve Slightly in May
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Deltek reported a modest improvement in their Architecture Billings Index (ABI) for May 2025, though the sector remains in contraction. The index rose to 47.2, up from 43.2 in April, marking a slower pace of decline. Any score below 50 signals a decrease in billings.
Monaco F1 Grand Prix Sparks Local Property Frenzy
The world's wealthiest property hunters descended on Monaco during the recent Formula One Grand Prix weekend, sending real estate searches soaring and helping drive the city-state's housing market to new record highs.
Canada Home Sales Climb for First Time in 6 Months as Market Stabilizes
Canadian home sales posted their first monthly increase since November, rising 3.6% in May from April as activity rebounded in key markets including Toronto, Calgary, and Ottawa, according to data released by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA).
Tokyo Office Demand Spills into Non-Core Wards in 2025
Tokyo's office market is undergoing a notable geographic shift in 2025, as rising rents and limited availability in the city's central business districts push companies to relocate to outer wards.
Record Setting 72.2 Million Americans Traveling for July Fourth Holiday
A record-breaking 72.2 million Americans are expected to travel over the extended July Fourth holiday period this year, according to new projections from AAA. The travel window, which spans from Saturday, June 28 through Sunday, July 6, marks the busiest Independence Day travel period in U.S. history.
