WSJ
17 Aug 2026, 14:22 UTC · 2h ago
U.S. Home-Builder Sentiment Still Muted by Affordability Concerns
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WSJ
17 Aug 2026, 14:22 UTC · 2h ago
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Homebuilders continue to face persistent concerns regarding high mortgage rates and rising construction costs. — Continued headwinds in financing and input costs weigh on housing starts and overall sector profitability.
-0.30The NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index rose slightly to 35 in August from 34 in July. — A marginal increase in builder confidence is a mildly positive signal, but the absolute level remains very low.
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Wells Fargo is mentioned only as a co-author of a housing index report.
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