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U.S. Homebuilder Confidence Slips to 37 in January on Affordability Strains

Most survey responses predated the $200 billion Fannie-Freddie MBS purchase plan, leaving any boost to sentiment untested.

December U.S. Home Sales Rebound on Lower Rates, Yet 2025 Remains Weakest Since 1995