“建房子只会越来越贵” ——美国建筑业忧心关税冲击

Group 1 - The core issue is the significant increase in construction material prices in the U.S., attributed to government-imposed tariffs, leading to higher costs for builders and ultimately for consumers [1][2] - A survey by the National Association of Home Builders indicates that 60% of builders report suppliers raising material prices due to tariffs, resulting in an average increase of $10,900 per home [2] - The construction industry is facing a negative sentiment due to rising material costs and economic uncertainty, affecting builders' confidence and decision-making [2] Group 2 - Specific examples of price increases include faucets rising from $160 to at least $200, steel windows from just over $300 to $370, and LED lights from $12-$15 to over $30 [1] - The price of construction input materials has seen a year-over-year increase of 9.7%, with steel, steel products, and copper wire prices rising over 5% in March [2] - Builders are concerned about potential supply shortages due to high tariffs, which could lead to project delays or cancellations [2]