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real-estate6 months ago•3 min saved

U.S. Homebuilders Cut Prices Amid Pessimism and Slight Confidence Boost

Home-builder confidence slightly increased in July amid ongoing weak demand, high interest rates, and economic uncertainty. Builders are offering significant incentives and price cuts—up to 5% on average—to attract buyers, with 38% reducing prices, the highest since 2022. Despite some optimism about current sales and future expectations, traffic from prospective buyers remains low, indicating a sluggish housing market that could impact home construction for the rest of 2025.

via MarketWatch|

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job-market1 year ago•3 min saved

"Declining Worker Confidence: The State of the Job Market"

The Glassdoor Employee Confidence Index has dropped to its lowest level since 2016, reflecting concerns about job security amidst recent layoff announcements, despite the overall strength of the job market. While workers' sentiment may be influenced by their reference point, other measures such as consumer sentiment and job seeker confidence indicate a more positive outlook. However, the Federal Reserve's aggressive actions to combat inflation remain a significant concern in an otherwise robust labor market.

via CNBC|

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