US-China Trade Truce and Housing Market Surge Amid Global Slowdown

In today's episode, we explore the easing of US-China trade tensions with a new tariff reduction agreement, the surge in US new home sales, and the global economic slowdown hitting its weakest pace in 18 months. Join us as we delve into the implications of these developments on both domestic and international fronts.

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