US Housing Market Faces Continued Decline in Pending Sales and Builder Sentiment
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National Association of Realtors (NAR), National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
United States
July 2026
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Read our editorial policy- Earlier version 17/16/2026, 9:31:12 PM
Pending home sales fell 5.4% in June, missing analyst expectations. Builder sentiment dropped to 34 in July, remaining in negative territory for 15 consecutive months. High mortgage rates and record-high median home prices continue to hinder affordability.
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