NAHB Housing Market Index: Builder Confidence Fell Sharply in February

Published on February 18, 2025

Builder confidence fell sharply in February due to concerns on tariffs, elevated mortgage rates, and high housing costs. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Housing Market Index (HMI) dropped to 42 this month, down five points from January. The latest reading was below the 46 forecast.

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