Weekly Market Updates - 09/09/2025

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· Orgain Building Supply Navigates Tariffs and Industry Shifts

‍Orgain Building Supply, a major Nashville-area building materials distributor, is facing rising tariffs and shifting industry trends. While demand remains steady, supply chain disruptions and higher imported material costs are affecting pricing and delivery. The company is adapting by diversifying suppliers and strategically managing inventory to meet contractor needs.(Nashville Business Journal, August 2025) Read more here: Orgain Building Supply

· Fears Over AI Job Cuts May Be Overblown

Despite widespread concerns, the potential for AI to eliminate jobs may be overstated. Analysts suggest that AI will mostly augment existing roles rather than replace them outright, creating new opportunities in tech, data, and management. Companies are expected to use AI to enhance productivity while continuing to rely on human oversight.(Nashville Business Journal, August 2025) Read more here: AI Job Cuts

· Nashville Real Estate Index Shows Steady Market Activity

‍Colliers’ latest Nashville index highlights steady activity in the city’s commercial real estate market, with modest gains in office leasing and industrial space absorption. Investor confidence remains strong, although some sectors like retail show slower growth due to evolving consumer habits. (Tennessean, August 2025) Read more here: Colliers Index

· Commercial Mortgage Delinquencies Rise, Signals for Appraisers

U.S. commercial mortgage-backed securities (CMBS) delinquency rates continue climbing, driven by office and multifamily properties. Rising delinquencies suggest downward valuation pressure and increased demand for appraisal services related to loan workouts, restructures, and REO valuations. (CoStar, August2025) Read more here: CMBS Delinquencies

· Charts Show Why the U.S. Economy Could Stay Resilient

‍Recent economic data suggest resilience in the U.S. economy despite concerns over inflation and interest rates. Key indicators include consumer spending, labor market participation, and corporate earnings, highlighting that households and businesses may continue to support economic growth in the near term. (Capital Group, 2025) Read more here: : U.S. Economy Charts

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