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US new single-family home sales climbed to 682,000 units in March, surpassing the 660,000 consensus estimate and marking a 3.3% annual increase. Complementing this demand, total US construction spending rose by 0.6% in March 2026, significantly beating expectations of a 0.2% increase. Private residential construction led the growth with a 1.7% surge to $929.7 billion, representing the strongest monthly gain across all categories. Conversely, public construction spending fell 0.2% to $526.4 billion, weighed down by slight declines in educational and highway segments. These figures underscore the resilience of the housing market as builders ramp up investment and adjust pricing strategies to maintain momentum despite high interest rates. Investors view the combination of strong sales and rising residential investment as a positive indicator of broader economic stability.
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