New home sales for the month of August coming in stronger than expected, climbing more than 20% month overmonth with mortgage rates coming down and demand clearly strong. So is this the turning point for the housing market. Joining us now, housing wire lead analyst Logan Moasami.Uh Logan, thank you for being here. Um so what do you think. Is this the kind of the unlock that we have been waiting for.>> You know, whenever mortgage rates head below 6.64% and down to 6%, housing data tends to improve, right. Ne ...

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Joining me now, Mark Zandandy, chief economist at Moody's Analytics. Mark, great to have you back. Thanks so much for joining us. >> Yeah, thanks for having me.I appreciate the opportunity. >> So, Mark, the Fed cut interest rates. We've been waiting for this.The big question now is now what. So, let's break it down. What does this mean for the housing market.Is now the time to buy a house. >> Well, it's still pretty unaffordable. uh despite the lower mortgage rates uh you know we got very high house prices ...

9月9日，重庆市九龙坡区首个配售型保障性住房项目——"九龙·宸曦"启动首轮申购，面向区内符合条 件的无房家庭开放申请。该项目致力于满足工薪收入群体的刚性住房需求，以核心区位和惠民价格获得 广泛关注。 同时，在社区建设中还融合了绿色建筑、装配式建筑、海绵城市等先进理念，屋面设置光伏发电系统， 引入智慧社区管理系统，配备安防监控与智能门禁，实现居住品质与科技内涵的双重提升。 本轮配售价格区间为7189–7739元/平方米(一房一价)，显著低于同地段商品房价格，申购对象精准覆盖 三类人群：九龙坡户籍且在中心城区无房的家庭、在九龙坡区连续缴纳社保满6个月且中心城区无房的 人员，以及区内认定人才(在中梁山以东区域无房)。申购家庭须满足"规定区域内无自有住房，且一年 内无房产转移记录"等条件，家庭成员认定、户型选择(2人及以下选75㎡，3人及以上选99㎡)等细则详 见公告。 据了解，项目于2024年12月开工建设，预计2026年10月底竣工交付。首轮申购(9月9日-10月8日)，目前 仅面向已进入九龙坡区轮候库的无房家庭。未入库市民需通过"渝快办-渝悦安居"平台先行申请入库。 45天后将启动第二轮申购，面向区内有房但人均 ...

Core Viewpoint - Boxabl Inc. has signed a definitive merger agreement with FG Merger II Corp, marking a significant step towards becoming a publicly listed company on Nasdaq under the symbol "BXBL" [1][6] Company Overview - Boxabl is focused on transforming the housing market with modular building systems aimed at delivering affordable, high-quality homes quickly. Its flagship product, the Casita, is a 361 square foot studio unit that can be set up in less than an hour [5] - The company has raised over $230 million from over 50,000 investors, indicating strong interest in its innovative housing solutions [1][5] Merger Details - The merger will involve FG Merger II Corp issuing 350 million shares to Boxabl, valuing the company at $3.5 billion. Existing shareholders of Boxabl will roll 100% of their equity into the combined entity [7] - The transaction does not include a minimum cash condition, which may facilitate a smoother merger process [7] Leadership and Future Plans - Boxabl will continue to be led by its founders and Co-CEOs, Paolo and Galiano Tiramani, post-merger. The merger is expected to enhance Boxabl's production capabilities and allow for increased investment in research and development [2][7] - The partnership with FG Merger II Corp is seen as a strategic move to access greater capital and expand Boxabl's platform for delivering affordable housing solutions at scale [2]

Core Insights - The project on Xinjiao West Road in Haizhu District has received approval for its architectural design, marking it as Guangzhou's first allocated affordable housing project in the central four districts, expected to provide 980 housing units [1][3] Project Details - The project is strategically located, bordered by Xinjiao West Road to the north and Haizhu Wetland Ecological Science Park to the south, benefiting from natural wetland scenery and established living facilities [3] - The land area for the project is 13,800 square meters, with plans to construct three buildings, each 45-46 stories high, totaling a construction area of 133,700 square meters [3] - The project will include community facilities such as a neighborhood committee, police station, discussion hall, elderly care center, and health service station, aiming to create a high-quality, convenient living community [3] Current Status and Future Plans - Construction of the Xinjiao West affordable housing project has commenced and is progressing steadily [3] - Guangzhou is set to launch the second batch of allocated affordable housing applications in 2025, with 1,763 units in Huangpu District and 110 units in Baiyun District [3]

Core Insights - Sanya is expected to launch 1,453 affordable housing units in 2025, with plans to start construction on an additional 762 units [1][2] Group 1: Housing Supply - The existing unsold affordable housing units in Sanya total over 800 [1] - The 1,453 units to be launched in 2025 include projects in various locations with average selling prices ranging from 12,800 to 13,400 CNY per square meter [1] - The planned construction of 762 units will also feature projects with average selling prices of 12,800 to 16,800 CNY per square meter [1] Group 2: Demand and Application Process - The new housing supply is expected to meet the housing demand in Sanya from the end of 2025 to the end of 2026, with future construction to follow a "demand-based" principle [2] - The application process for affordable housing has been streamlined to an online system, requiring specific documentation from applicants [2]

Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly provide an investment rating for the industry or specific companies covered Core Insights - The report highlights the downside risk to China's growth due to tariff impacts and persistent deflation pressures, with the US imposing significant reciprocal tariffs on China, although some consumer electronics may be exempted [61] - It anticipates slower growth and firmer inflation in the US, driven by tariff uncertainties, leading to a decline in real consumer spending [18][20] - Retailers are significantly exposed to China, averaging around 16% exposure, with gross profit dollars potentially declining by approximately 20% on average due to category-specific blended tariff rates [35][37] - The report indicates that announced tariffs will increase costs for building inputs in the housing sector, which is particularly significant as new homes represent a larger share of the housing market than in decades [31][32] Summary by Sections Tariffs Impact on Chinese Economy - The report discusses the impact of tariffs on China's GDP growth, forecasting a downside risk to the current forecast of 4.5% for 2025 due to persistent deflation pressures [6][7] US Consumer Outlook - Real consumer spending is expected to slow significantly, with increases in prices of imported goods adversely affecting spending [21][24] - Equity market downturns could impact consumption spending among upper-income cohorts, which have seen substantial increases in net worth [26][28] Housing Market Insights - The report notes that new home sales are at their largest proportion of total volumes since before the Global Financial Crisis, indicating a shift in the housing market dynamics [32] Retail Sector Analysis - Retailers face a significant impact from tariffs, with a potential EBITDA downside of 50-70% across various scenarios without offsets [40] - Specialty apparel, footwear, and furniture sectors are among the most exposed to tariff impacts, while beauty, luxury, and staples are less affected [40] IT Hardware Sector - The report highlights that significant assembly exposure remains in China, but US-bound products have diversified to other regions [49] - Recent exemptions have reduced the reciprocal tariff cost burden significantly, leading to a lower average tariff rate for US IT hardware coverage [53][54]

Core Insights - The global housing market saw 53.4 million units built in 2024, with continued growth expected through 2029 and 2034 [1]. Market Analysis - The report provides a comprehensive analysis of housing stock, new construction, and regional trends across various regions including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa/Middle East [2]. - It covers trends in single-family versus multifamily housing, affordable and social housing development, and residential floor space [2]. Key Drivers - Major drivers of the housing market include urbanization, homeownership rates, and regulatory policies [3]. - The report offers insights into historical data, construction forecasts, and investment opportunities, making it essential for developers, investors, and policymakers [3]. Report Structure - The report includes an executive summary, short-term analysis, and an overview of new housing construction [4]. - It also details regional housing market sizes, historical trends, and new housing outlooks for North America, Central & South America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Asia/Pacific, and Africa/Middle East [6][8][9][10][11][13].