Homebuilders look at another tough year as weak demand, rising supply hurt margins
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AI-PoweredUS homebuilders are expected to face challenges in 2026 due to weak demand, increasing supply, and high valuations, which are likely to pressure earnings. JPMorgan analysts have taken a cautious approach, downgrading some companies while upgrading others, indicating mixed sentiment within the sector.
Market impact analysis based on bearish sentiment with 80% confidence.
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Investing.com -- 2026 will likely be another difficult year for US homebuilders as weak demand drivers, rising supply and expensive valuations will keep pressure on earnings after the sector lagged the S&P 500 in 2025.JPMorgan analysts have a cautious stance on the group downgrading Lennar and Century Communities, though they upgraded Toll Brothers.
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