Homebuilder Confidence Slips Further as Affordability and Costs Weigh on Demand
U.S. homebuilder confidence fell in February as high land and construction costs, elevated house prices relative to incomes and scarce lots keep many potential buyers sidelined. The National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index dropped one point to 36, remaining below the 50 threshold for a 22nd consecutive month, while bui…