Housing Market

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A rare pricing flip in the U.S. housing market, something that hasn't happened in over half a century, is puzzling analysts, who worry that it might be indicative of deeper structural issues. Reversal Of Historic Pricing Trends On Thursday, in a post on X, The Kobeissi Letter said, “the US...

American homeowners saw their equity dip by an average of $9,200 over the past year as rising interest rates cooled the housing market, but experts say the decline is more of a reset than a collapse. Homeowner Equity Falls $141 Billion Amid Rising Rates Home equity, the difference between what a...

JPMorgan analyst Michael Rehaut reiterated the Underweight rating on LGI Homes, Inc. (NASDAQ:LGIH), lowering the price forecast from $52 to $47. On July 4, the company announced it closed on 457 homes in June 2025, lower than 571 homes in June 2024. As of June 30, 2025, LGI Homes had 146 active...

Steep home prices and high mortgage rates are leading Gen Z to find innovative ways to become homeowners. One popular strategy seems to be co-purchasing homes with siblings. What Happened: According to Bank of America's 2025 Homebuyer Insights Report, 22% of Gen Z homeowners reported purchasing...

Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman is advocating for Fannie Mae (OTC:FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTC:FMCC) to exit federal conservatorship, a status they've held since the 2008 financial crisis, arguing it would benefit the U.S. housing finance system. What Happened: In a detailed post on X,...

The housing market is witnessing a disparity between the number of sellers and potential buyers. What Happened: The main reason behind this imbalance is the affordability concerns among potential buyers, leading to a rise in inventory and possible price reductions, as per a report by Zillow....

Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) advocates have often pitched it as a form of protection against inflation and currency devaluation.  The housing market is one sector where this widely touted narrative has some reality, with every dollar buying fewer homes each year while every unit of Bitcoin boosts the...

Home Depot Inc (NYSE:HD) has an edge over Lowe’s Companies Inc (NYSE:LOW) ahead of fourth-quarter earnings, according to JPMorgan's Christopher Horvers. “We believe HD is likely to outcomp LOW in 4Q,” he says, citing stabilizing consumer trends, cutting-edge technology, and its...

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has revealed the top 10 U.S. housing market hot spots to keep an eye on in 2025, with Boston and Kansas City among the top contenders. What Happened: The NAR study indicates a promising outlook for home buyers in 2025. This positive forecast is attributed...

The U.S. housing market has been tumultuous due to persistent interest rate hikes. However, an upward revision of U.S. gross domestic product growth in the second quarter has led speculators to reconsider their bets on a substantial 50-basis-point rate cut next month. With mortgage rates...

The U.S. housing market is currently experiencing an unexpected surge in unsold inventory. Eight states now have more unsold homes than in 2019, indicating a significant shift in the market dynamics. The increase in unsold homes, however, is not evenly distributed across the country. What Happened...

A second-quarter earnings report from Lowe's Companies (NYSE:LOW) Tuesday before the market open could be closely watched by investors and analysts for clues on consumer spending on home repairs and the impact it could have on the housing sector.   Lowe’s Earnings Estimates: Analysts...

The housing market is in flux, with home prices at record highs amid a demand and supply imbalance. Elevated mortgage rates – seen as a function of interest rates at a 22-year high and inflation, which is eating away into disposable income – are constraining purchases. In the wake of all this,...

Home improvement retailer Home Depot Inc (NYSE:HD) could see strength in consumer home repairs and a potential housing market rebound factor into second-quarter financial results and future guidance when the company reports earnings Tuesday before the market open. Home Depot Earnings Estimates:...