Miscellaneous

Public health experts, lawmakers and parents have cautioned about the effects of social media on America's teens. But what do teens themselves think? In 2024, Pew Research Center surveyed U.S. teens ages 13 to 17 — and their parents. We asked about teens' experiences with social media and their views about its impact on their lives.

Back To School

Amid concerns about the economy and their financial situations, value appears important to K-12 parents this school year. According to the "2025 Deloitte Back-to-School Survey," K-12 parents plan to focus on just the essentials, trade down on brands and retailers, and spread out expenses over a more extended period of time, creating an opportunity for merchants to place a premium on value.

Real Estate - Homes

Pending sales fell 3.5% year over year during the four weeks ending July 6. That was the second biggest decline since early February, trailing only last week's 4.1% fall. The median U.S. home sale price hit a record $399,633, up 1% year over year.