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Tariffs are directly fueling inflation, impacting both imported and domestic goods, and CFOs are increasingly concerned about the economic burden. Big Tech's momentum is driven by robust earnings growth, not just AI hype, so I don't see an AI bubble yet—valuations are rich but potentially justified. REITs are deeply out of favor despite improving fundamentals and attractive valuations; I see this as a long-term buying opportunity for quality names.

We had previously rated MAA a Sell due to fundamental deterioration and high upcoming apartment deliveries in the Sunbelt region. Q1-2025 results showed core FFO beat estimates, but overall metrics declined year-over-year. Our key concern remains expenses rising faster than revenues.

MAA's Sunbelt focus, smart upgrades and strong balance sheet drive growth, but rent gains face supply and rate headwinds.

AI adoption will drive long-term value for REITs by boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and expanding profit margins, ultimately raising FFO and fair valuations. Management-intensive REIT sectors—like multifamily, retail, tower infrastructure, and single-family rentals—stand to benefit most from AI-powered operational improvements. Smaller REITs may gain a competitive edge as AI tools help them operate more efficiently, potentially narrowing the gap with larger players.

The Fed held rates steady and now projects only two cuts this year, with slower GDP growth and higher inflation expected in 2025-2026. Tariffs remain a net economic negative, with most of their inflationary and growth-dampening effects still ahead of us. AI and Big Tech capital expenditures are driving resilient U.S. GDP growth, offsetting broader economic fragility and tariff headwinds.

Key Points With markets still volatile, keep your portfolio protected with high-yielding stocks. Look at real estate investment trusts (REIT), like Mid-Atlantic Apartment Communities, for example. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset’s free tool can match you with a financial advisor in minutes to help you answer that today. Each advisor has been carefully vetted, and must act in your best interests. Don’t waste another minute; get started by clicking here.(Sponsor) With markets still volatile, keep your portfolio protected with high-yielding stocks. Look at real estate investment trusts (REIT), like Mid-Atlantic Apartment Communities (NYSE: MAA), for example. With a yield of just over 4%, Mid-Atlantic Apartment Communities is an attractive, oversold opportunity. The REIT focuses on apartment communities in the Southeast, Southwest, and Mid-Atlantic regions of the United States. MAA also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.515 per share, payable on July 31 to sharehol

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