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The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the premier event for the residential construction industry, bringing together tens of thousands of industry professionals and 1,700+ top manufacturers and suppliers every year.

Aug 11, 2025

3 Reasons to Attend the 2026 International Builders’ Show

The NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) is the premier event for the residential construction industry, bringing together tens of thousands of industry professionals and 1,700+ top manufacturers and suppliers every year.

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Aug 11, 2025 America’s Housing Supply Crisis: Is the Suburban Frontier Closing?

Aug 08, 2025 Canadian Lumber Duties Hit 35% — And May Go Higher Soon

Aug 08, 2025 Lumber Talking Points Featured in NAHB’s Monthly Update

Aug 07, 2025 Podcast: Federal Home Loan Bank Leader Shares Insights into Current Mortgage Market

Aug 07, 2025 What to Know about Opportunity Zone Changes in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

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Data at a Glance

Framing Lumber Prices

Fluctuations in the costs of building materials, particularly those of framing lumber, contribute significantly to home prices and housing affordability levels.

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NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI)

The HMI offers an insider’s perspective on the current state of housing. Each month, builder sentiment about the present and near-term housing market is depicted on a scale of 0 to 100, indicating the portion of builders experiencing positive market conditions.

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Housing Starts

Housing starts data are key economic indicators that track the pace of residential construction. These monthly Census Bureau statistics typically reflect broader trends within the overall economy such as interest rates and job growth.

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