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arketsBusinessInvestingTechPoliticsVideoWatchlistInvesting ClubPROLivestreamMake ItALL SELECTCredit Cards Loans Banking Mortgages Insurance Credit Monitoring Personal Finance Small Business Taxes Help for Low Credit Scores Investing USAINTLLivestreamLivestreamWatchlistSIGN INCNBC's Karen Gilchrist discusses the European real estate market, which CBRE predicts will see a gradual recovery in 2025. The sector has been impacted by economic uncertainty and changing consumer behavior. However, experts believe that as the economy stabilizes, demand for commercial and residential properties will increase.

    Fed officials are also weighing in on interest rates, with some predicting a potential decrease in the first half of the year if economic data continues to trend positively. This could have significant implications for businesses and individuals looking to borrow money or invest in the market.

    In other news, the US Treasury Secretary confirmation hearing is underway, with Scott Bessent delivering opening remarks. The hearing is expected to focus on key issues such as trade policy and economic growth.