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Former Zillow Execs Target $1.3T Market

The wealthiest companies tend to target the biggest markets. For example, NVIDIA skyrocketed nearly 200% higher in the last year with the $214B AI market’s tailwind.

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Market Overview
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Year To Date Performances:

1. U.S. retail sales jumped 1.4% in March, outpacing the expected 1.2% increase and marking the strongest monthly gain since January 2023, according to Commerce Department data. The surge was driven largely by a 5.3% spike in auto-related purchases, as consumers rushed to buy ahead of Trump’s looming tariffs. Even excluding autos, sales rose a solid 0.5%, beating forecasts. Year-over-year, sales were up 4.6%. Despite weakening consumer sentiment and inflation concerns — with the University of Michigan’s recent survey showing historic pessimism — spending remained robust across categories like sporting goods, restaurants, and building supplies, signaling continued resilience in consumer demand.

2. Nvidia will take a $5.5 billion quarterly charge after the U.S. government imposed new licensing requirements on its H20 AI chips exported to China and other countries, underscoring escalating trade restrictions that are starting to bite. The H20, designed to comply with earlier U.S. export rules, had generated up to $15 billion in 2024—but is now effectively blocked, dealing a major blow to Nvidia’s fourth-largest market. The announcement triggered a sharp sell-off, with Nvidia stock down over 6% and peers like AMD and Broadcom also slipping. The move highlights growing risks to U.S. chipmakers amid intensifying geopolitical tech tensions.

3. JPMorgan Chase is intensifying its legal response to last year’s viral “infinite money glitch,” now suing more customers who allegedly exploited the system to withdraw cash from fraudulent checks before they bounced. While earlier lawsuits targeted amounts over $75,000 in federal court, the bank is now pursuing smaller cases in state courts, including new filings in Georgia, Florida, New York, and Texas. JPMorgan has sent over 1,000 repayment demand letters since October and is scrutinizing bankruptcy claims by accused fraudsters, aiming to block debt discharge for those who used bankruptcy as a shield. The bank says it’s cooperating with law enforcement and remains committed to recovering stolen funds.

4. Headlines

   1. US vehicle supply is falling due to an increase in demand caused by the fear of the impact of tariffs on prices.

   2. A proposed funding cut would see funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program reduced by $230B over the next 10 years.

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Apple Is Coming for the Smart Home — And Fast

Apple’s rumored Face-ID door lock and smart display hub are more than just new products. It’s a clear signal: they’re going all-in on smart home automation.

The tech giant is doubling down on the smart home, the $158B industry that’s growing 23% annually.

And with Apple’s entry, investors are looking for the next breakout company - and potential acquisition target.

They’re chasing Google (acquired Nest, $3.2B) and Amazon (acquired Ring, $1.2B).

History shows: when Apple plays catch-up, they go big.

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Onwards and Upwards,

Liam Gill