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Florida Housing Gains Amid Market Uncertainties, Manufacturing Improves

2/3/2026

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Florida's housing inventory is trending lower despite broader housing weakness, which could lift consumer spending if home prices rise.
Manufacturing shows improvement, with the Chicago PMI signaling potential growth.
The U.S. macro week begins with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI and the ISM Manufacturing report, both crucial for market direction.
Investors are cautious due to uncertainties about Federal Reserve leadership and payroll data; Caterpillar and Boeing declined, while Honeywell rose.

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Story summary

Florida's housing inventory is trending lower despite broader housing weakness, which could lift consumer spending if home prices rise.
Manufacturing shows improvement, with the Chicago PMI signaling potential growth.
The U.S. macro week begins with the S&P Global Manufacturing PMI and the ISM Manufacturing report, both crucial for market direction.
Investors are cautious due to uncertainties about Federal Reserve leadership and payroll data; Caterpillar and Boeing declined, while Honeywell rose.