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San Francisco’s frenzied housing market has led to buyers teaming up to land a home
San Francisco's competitive housing market has prompted buyers to collaborate in order to secure homes. Many residents are opting for tenancy-in-common mortgages as a strategy to navigate the high rental costs in the area.
San Francisco’s office recovery is spreading beyond FiDi: 'It’s not just small pockets of the city'
Preliminary data from Colliers indicates that San Francisco experienced nearly 3 million square feet of office leases in the third quarter of 2026. This trend suggests that the city's office recovery is expanding beyond just small areas, positioning it for a potential record leasing year.
Fremont logistics warehouse sells for $89 million in 'red-hot' market
A logistics warehouse in Fremont has been sold for $89 million, reflecting the current strong demand in the market. Clarion Partners acquired the property for $10 million more than the previous owner's purchase price two years prior, highlighting its appeal, particularly due to its 4,000-amp electrical system which attracts AI investors.
Consumer sentiment falls in August after months of increases
Consumer sentiment experienced a decline in August following several months of increases. The downturn was observed across most metropolitan areas, although the impact varied due to the K-shaped nature of the economy, indicating that not all demographics are affected equally.
Google project puts Silicon Valley power fight on display
Google's planned North San Jose hub highlights the ongoing debate over funding for California's electric grid expansion. The project has sparked discussions about the responsibilities of tech companies in infrastructure development.
Daily Digest: Anthropic IPO pushed back, Newsom issues executive order on AI guardrails
Anthropic's initial public offering (IPO) has been postponed, while California Governor Newsom has issued an executive order aimed at establishing guardrails for artificial intelligence. In related news, Grail, a Menlo Park-based cancer testing company, saw its stock rise by 35% following positive feedback from FDA staff on its Galleri test, which screens for over 50 types of cancer.