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Builder sentiment falls as interest rates rise
Homebuilder sentiment has declined as interest rates continue to climb, according to industry reporting. Higher borrowing costs are weighing on construction firms and their outlook, with elevated mortgage rates cooling demand for new homes and adding pressure to the residential real estate market.
Why now: Rising interest rates are squeezing the housing and construction sectors, making builder confidence a bellwether for the wider economy.
Evidence
- Builder sentiment falls as interest rates rise · Floor Covering News
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