Builder Outlook, Weakness in South Hurt Confidence

The monthly confidence level among the country’s home builders was hurt because of expected traffic and weakness in the South.

July saw a seasonally adjusted Housing Market Index of 59. The index was down one point from the previous month’s number.

The Housing Market Index, which reflects single-family home activity, has increased only two months this year: January and June.

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