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More employees are returning to the office

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2 years ago

January 29, 2024

Ahron Young

The return-to-office movement is gaining momentum as it continues its upward trajectory, with December seeing a significant surge in average visitation rates at 350 Manhattan buildings, reaching 67% of 2019 levels.

This latest figure represents a notable increase from the 65% recorded in November.

If the typically quieter final week of December, sandwiched between Christmas and New Year’s, were excluded from the calculation, the rate would have been even higher, at 74%.

REBNY’s analysis is based on Placer.ai location data, which tracks the mobile data of office tenants and employees, providing valuable insights into office occupancy trends.

Upward trajectory

The return-to-office movement has been on an upward trajectory since REBNY began publishing its findings early last year.

In December, premium Class A+ buildings saw an average visitation rate of 74%, while Class A, A-minus, and B/C properties recorded rates of 64% and 68%, respectively.

Midtown Manhattan experienced the most significant growth, with visitation rates reaching 73%.

Meanwhile, Midtown South remained stable at 68%, and Downtown Manhattan saw a slight dip to 54%.

Encouraging trend

The return-to-office movement in New York City reflects a broader nationwide trend as businesses and employees navigate the evolving landscape of remote work and office presence in the post-pandemic era.

The data from REBNY suggests that New York City is continuing to adapt and recover, with the return to pre-pandemic office occupancy levels firmly in sight.

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Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest annual return in three years

Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest return in three years; gains from gold and critical minerals offset blue-chip losses.

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5 hours ago

December 22, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Australia’s sharemarket set for weakest return in three years; gains from gold and critical minerals offset blue-chip losses.

Australia’s sharemarket is on track for its weakest annual return in three years, with the S&P/ASX 200 Index expected to finish 2025 up around 6 per cent. Investors are feeling the impact of major losses from blue-chip companies, including Commonwealth Bank and CSL, which have dragged overall performance.

Despite the slow year, certain sectors provided a boost. Gains were largely driven by surging gold prices and rising interest in critical minerals, helping offset some of the losses from larger companies.

Smaller companies in the resources sector outperformed their larger counterparts, highlighting a shift in investor focus towards niche opportunities and high-demand commodities.

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US stocks surge amid AI hype despite market volatility

US stock market bounced back, S&P 500 up 16% in 2023, driven by AI excitement amid policy uncertainties.

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7 hours ago

December 22, 2025

Harvey Vargas

US stock market bounced back, S&P 500 up 16% in 2023, driven by AI excitement amid policy uncertainties.

The US stock market has experienced a rollercoaster year, with the S&P 500 nearly entering a bear market in April due to tariff concerns. Investor sentiment shifted following policy changes from President Trump, setting the stage for a dramatic rebound.

By June, the S&P 500 was hitting new records, fueled by excitement over artificial intelligence and its impact on the tech sector. Corporate profit forecasts improved, contributing to an overall annual gain of 16%, despite ongoing market fluctuations.

Yet, the S&P 500 still trails international markets, reflecting lingering policy uncertainties in the US.

Investors are watching closely to see how domestic and global factors will shape the next year.

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Stocks rally ahead of Thanksgiving as markets log four days of gains

Markets gain momentum ahead of Thanksgiving, with the Dow up 388 points and Oracle rising 4% amid investor optimism.

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4 weeks ago

November 27, 2025

Harvey Vargas

Markets gain momentum ahead of Thanksgiving, with the Dow up 388 points and Oracle rising 4% amid investor optimism.

Markets are moving into the Thanksgiving break with strong momentum, as stocks notch four straight days of gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 388 points, while the S&P 500 added 0.9%, pushing both indexes toward their best week since June.

Oracle led major movers, rising more than 4% after Deutsche Bank reaffirmed its bullish outlook on the tech giant. Broad investor optimism continues building across sectors as economic data softens and earnings remain resilient.

All eyes are now on the Federal Reserve and what potential shifts in interest-rate policy may mean for the markets. U.S. markets will close Thursday for the Thanksgiving holiday and reopen Friday for a shortened trading session.

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