Shares of household durable companies are trading higher following strong New Home Sales economic data for July. Also, the sector may be moving in sympathy with the market after Fed Chair Powell offered an optimistic U.S. economic outlook and indicated future rate cuts.
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Household durable companies' shares are rising due to strong New Home Sales data for July and positive economic outlook from Fed Chair Powell, hinting at future rate cuts.
August 23, 2024 | 4:41 pm
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D.R. Horton shares are likely to benefit from strong New Home Sales data and Powell's optimistic economic outlook, suggesting potential rate cuts.
D.R. Horton, as a major player in the homebuilding sector, is directly impacted by new home sales data. The positive economic outlook and potential rate cuts could further stimulate demand for new homes, benefiting DHI.
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Lennar Corporation shares are likely to rise due to strong New Home Sales data and Powell's optimistic economic outlook, indicating potential rate cuts.
Lennar, being a significant homebuilder, benefits from increased new home sales. The Fed's positive outlook and potential rate cuts could enhance housing market conditions, positively impacting LEN.
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PulteGroup shares are expected to rise following strong New Home Sales data and Powell's optimistic economic outlook, hinting at future rate cuts.
PulteGroup, as a key player in the homebuilding industry, stands to gain from robust new home sales. The Fed's optimistic outlook and potential rate cuts could further drive demand for new homes, benefiting PHM.
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