HOMEBUILDER DEMAND WEAKENED IN AUGUST A BHomeSphere survey of 59 U.S. homebuilders showed: • Just 19% reported higher YoY sales, lowest since Nov. 2023 • 42% reported lower sales • 44% said sales missed expectations • 30% cut base prices, up from 15% in July • 36% increased incentives, up from 19% Builders broadly cited weak demand and affordability pressures. 11-SEP-2026 06:11 AM ET