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Macroeconomic Consumer Pressure

LENNAR CORP /NEW/ · 2026-09-25 · Importance 20 · Surprise 24

Third-party reporting described elevated mortgage rates near 7%, high home prices and rising resale inventory, including in Florida, as weighing on affordability and homebuyer confidence. Lennar and other builders reported greater buyer caution and weaker new-home sales amid economic uncertainty. One analyst suggested the market could stabilize in 2027 if these pressures subside.

Key facts

• Lennar and KB Home were reported to be experiencing increased buyer caution due to economic uncertainty, high mortgage rates, and rising resale inventory. source