Current developments show easing tensions in US-China trade relations, with President Trump backtracking on previous aggressive stances, raising hopes for a collaborative approach that supports global trade. Meanwhile, Zillow has slightly upgraded its national home price outlook, forecasting a 1.9% increase in U.S. home prices in the coming year. However, concerns persist among Americans regarding job security under the current administration. In the backdrop, Reddit has accused a tech company of illegally scraping user comments for commercial purposes, highlighting ongoing debates about data ethics in the digital age.