美国7月房产市场指数微升 但高利率仍拖累可负担性
news flash·2025-07-17 14:04
Core Insights - The NAHB housing market index for July recorded a slight increase to 33, up by 1 point from June, indicating a marginal improvement in builder confidence, although it has remained in negative territory for 15 consecutive months [1] - The passage of the "Big and Beautiful" legislation is expected to inject economic momentum following a disappointing spring, but the housing market is projected to weaken by 2025 due to ongoing affordability issues, primarily driven by high interest rates [1] - The persistent affordability challenges are anticipated to lead to a decline in single-family home starts in 2025 [1]