Why Homebuilder Stocks Are Surging Despite Higher Mortgage Rates

The homebuilder sector is defying gravity. While 30-year fixed mortgage rates hover near 6.53 percent and housing starts have dipped, stocks like KB Home are up nearly 4% in a week. In this episode, Lucas and Luna unpack the paradox: why builder stocks are rallying even as affordability worsens. They examine the role of rate buydowns, the shift toward smaller homes, and how builders are capturing buyer demand that the resale market is missing. Plus, a closer look at how Greg Abel's first deal as Berkshire Hathaway CEO signals a bullish bet on housing. If you're wondering whether the homebuilder rally has legs — or if it's a trap — this episode is for you. #HomebuilderStocks #MortgageRates #KBHome #BerkshireHathaway #GregAbel #HousingMarket #RateBuydowns #BuilderRally #Affordability #NewHomeSales #XHB #ITB #RealEstate #Finance #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #MortgageConversations #HousingStarts Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo