Market Trends & Housing Affordability - Serhant CEO Ryan Serhant indicates that renting is more affordable than buying in most markets [1] - The report highlights that starter home prices remain above $1 million in many areas [1] Luxury Market - The luxury market remains strong [1] Media Channels - Bloomberg provides business news & analysis, market data, features, and profiles [1] - Bloomberg has multiple channels on X (formerly Twitter), Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Reddit, and LinkedIn [1] - Bloomberg offers various content on YouTube, including Bloomberg Technology, Bloomberg Originals, Bloomberg Quicktake, and Bloomberg Espanol [1] - Bloomberg provides audio content through Bloomberg Radio and Bloomberg Podcasts [1]

Lauren Kunze, the CEO of Pandorabots and Co-founder of ICONIQ, tells Bloomberg's Francine Lacqua that "OpenAI's shift to erotica is deeply shocking" in terms of the wider impact it could have on society and generative AI users. The update is part of OpenAI's efforts to monetize its user base, as chatbot romance and erotic roleplay have proven to be money makers for other companies. In contrast, Pandorabots has decided not to expand its chatbots to include romantic companions. Kunze was speaking at the Bloom ...

Here's what to know about Japan's first female prime minister, Sanae Takaichi, and the so-called "Takaichi trade." -------- More on Bloomberg Television and Markets Like this video? Subscribe and turn on notifications so you don't miss any videos from Bloomberg Markets & Finance: https://tinyurl.com/ysu5b8a9 Visit http://www.bloomberg.com for business news & analysis, up-to-the-minute market data, features, profiles and more. Connect with Bloomberg Television on: X: https://twitter.com/BloombergTV Facebook: ...

Market Trends & Global Economy - US indices finished up more than 1% yesterday, but exhaustion is expected today [1] - NASDAQ 100 is up 20% year-to-date, and the S&P is up 14.5% [2] - The 10-year yield is firmly below 4%, with the 30-year down 4.55% and the two-year yield at 3.45% [2][3] - The UK government borrowed $96 million more than forecast in the first six months of the fiscal year [23] Rare Earths & Trade - The U S is turning to Australia for a supply of rare earths with a landmark pact, the biggest deal of its kind between two Western nations [1][9] - China increased its rare earth export restrictions, putting the world on notice it has control over the supply chains [10] - Australia has the capacity to produce about 1/10 of what China can in terms of rare earth processing [12] - The U S Army has asked private equity to pitch strategic projects to help service fund $150 billion infrastructure overhaul [38] Corporate Earnings & Individual Movers - Regional banks are showing better-than-expected earnings, with Zions erasing its drop after last week [4][5] - Core Scientific shares are up 3.5% in premarket because a key proxy advisor has advised them to reject the bid from Coreweave [6] - DocGo shares are up 32% after announcing it has acquired Steady MD, a telehealth provider [7] - Unilever pushed back its merger with Magnum Ice Cream due to the government shutdown [62] - Pop Mart reported strong earnings following the release of a new series of Labubu dolls [63] AI & Technology - Core Scientific is changing from a Bitcoin miner to infrastructure for AI computing capacity [6] - European enterprises need to adopt AI solutions more quickly, with some clients taking six months to sign a deal [29] - The market is grappling with the dual mandate of efficiency and productivity gains from AI impacting the bottom line [50] - Ongoing AI spending is being monetized with additional attention on supply chain indicators, book-to-bill ratios, and data center power timelines [49] Japan - Sanae Takaichi has won the parliamentary vote to become Japan's first female Prime Minister [15][41] - A more positive attitude toward stimulus is expected from the new Japanese administration [16][18] - The Yen is above 151, and JGB's are under pressure [21]

Good morning. This is Bloomberg Daybreak Europe. I'm Tom Mackenzie in London.These are the stories that set your agenda. Asian stocks hit a new record, extending a global rally buoyed by strong Wall Street earnings and hopes of a US-China trade deal. Australian stocks surge on the back of a critical minerals deal with the U.S..Plus, history made Japan votes for Senator Casey to be its first ever female prime minister. Good morning. Happy Tuesday.So certainly Japanese equities and assets all in focus. We'll ...

HE WAS VICE PRESIDENT JD VANCE IS EXPECTED TO ARRIVE IN ISRAEL LATER TODAY TO MEET WITH PRIME MINISTER BENJAMIN NETANYAHU. LET'S GO TO JERUSALEM AND SPEAK TO BLOOMBERG STAN WILLIAM. -- BLOOMBERG'S DAN WILLIAMS.IT SEEMS LIKE THE CEASE-FIRE IS STILL HOLDING, BUT POINTED COMMENTARY COMING THROUGH FROM PRESIDENT TRUMP OVERNIGHT WITH HIM VOWING TO ERADICATE HAMAS. IF THEY FAIL TO HONOR THE CEASE-FIRE. REPORTER: VERY POINTED LANGUAGE, NOT FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THIS LESS THAN TWO WEEK OLD AND TROUBLED CEASE-FIRE, ...

On check in on BNP Paribas. The stock dropping again today following its sizable losses yesterday. It comes after a court ruling links the French bank to human rights abuses in Sudan, triggering speculation that the firm will have to pay out a settlement that could total billions.Joining us now for more is Tom Metcalf, who leads our finance coverage in AMEA. Tom, just walk us through what we know about this BNP Paribas story where it could go. Yeah, well, I think it's one of these big potential impacts, and ...

We've seen the ten year. Good morning. Seeing the technique push through, then through that 4% level, we're at 3.9%, 7% right now.Shutdowns can be good for treasuries. What are we expecting to see. What are you watching for next when it comes to Treasury markets.Yeah, absolutely. So what you've seen over the past few months is the rally in Treasuries has largely been because you've priced in more Fed easing. I think also it's very true that the US government bond market has returned as the safe haven of cho ...

In a historic first, Japan has elected its first ever female prime minister. Hardline conservative Sai Takayichi replaces outgoing Prime Minister Shiger Ishiba as the leader of the world's fourth largest economy. She has her work cut out for her.Although she secured the backing of new ally Ishin after a shock exit by a former coalition partner, the ruling block is short of a majority by two seats. Her government will still be on shaky ground. One of her first tests will be a string of diplomatic engagements ...

President Trump has cart dows cast out doubt meanwhile on Ukraine's ability to defeat Russian forces. Backing off an earlier upbeat assessment as he looks to bring the war to an end. The US leader told reporters quote he didn't think they will win just days after he met the Ukrainian president in Washington.At the same time, European leaders are increasing their support for Kev. At least that is the plan. Britain has said it will send troops to Ukraine once a ceasefire is agreed and EU officials have said t ...