- NAHB Housing Market Index: 29 in October, down 3 points month-over-month.
- Lowest since June 2012.
- Second consecutive monthly decline; total 6-point drop.
The index dropped 3 points to 29, its lowest since June 2012. All three components declined: current sales, sales expectations, and buyer traffic. 43% of builders cut prices, the highest share since 2020.
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