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Sawmill Output Falls as Capacity Declines

The Federal Reserve G.17 Industrial Production report indicates that U.S. sawmill production decreased in the first quarter, marking the second consecutive quarter of a...
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Employment Situation at the State Level in May 2026

In May, the state labor market conditions were inconsistent, with payrolls expanding in numerous states and job losses concentrated in a smaller number of...
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Structural Demand Exceeds Supply, Jobs-to-Permits Highlight Housing Gap

In 2024, the nation's housing supply was further strained by the robust labor market growth, which meant that home building activity did not completely...
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May 2026 housing starts fall as multifamily construction slows

In May, housing starts experienced a significant decline, which was primarily due to a substantial decrease in multifamily construction. In the interim, single-family buildings...
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Weak Builder Sentiment Due to Affordability Concerns

As the housing market continues to be strained by rising material costs, elevated mortgage rates, and ongoing affordability challenges, builder sentiment remains subdued. In June,...
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NAHB: Single-family construction falls HBGI Q1 2026 across all regions

The latest Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) indicates that single-family construction decreased in all geographies during the first quarter of 2026. This decline was...
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