affordability

U.S. home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise

By Alex Veiga, Associated Press

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in June, but a key measure of home prices climbed to an all-time high, adding to prospective homebuyers’ affordability challenges.

Obamacare premiums surged this year. A new analysis shows it's likely to happen again in 2027

By Ali Swenson, Associated Press

Middle-income Americans straining to pay for Affordable Care Act health insurance are unlikely to get relief next year, according to a new analysis.

Federal Reserve Chair Warsh emphasizes political independence, signals focus on inflation

By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press

In remarks at a central bank conference in Sintra, Portugal, Warsh said that if businesses or households thought the Fed would accept inflation above 2%, “I guess they'd be disappointed. We're going to deliver price stability.”…

DNC plans weekend of local events to focus on affordability concerns under Trump

By Matt Brown, Associated Press

Two years ago, Democrats were the ones accused of being indifferent to Americans’ anger about rising prices. Now they're pointing the finger at Trump, who has downplayed the impact of lingering inflation.

The new housing bill is historic. Experts say it may fall short for renters most in need

By Hannah Grabenstein

PBS News spoke with housing experts on how the bill can address the needs of lowest-income households and where the legislation falls short.

Key inflation gauge jumps to 3-year high in latest sign of affordability challenges

By Christopher Rugaber, Associated Press

The increase was largely driven by more expensive gas, as well as pricier semiconductors and other computer equipment that are in high demand for the AI buildout.

Trump says he won't sign major housing bill until Congress passes SAVE Act

By Associated Press

The president's announcement came at an awkward time for House Republican leadership, coming just as they were speaking at a press conference about the importance of the bill in addressing affordability.

House gives final approval to landmark housing bill aimed at lowering costs

By Michael Casey, Mary Clare Jalonick, Associated Press

The legislation represents one of the most sweeping efforts in decades to increase the supply of housing and bring down prices.

WATCH: Trump touts the economy in Pennsylvania, following interim agreement with Iran

By Mike Catalini, Seung Min Kim, Associated Press

Trump's trip to the Allentown-area business comes as he works to try to put the conflict — and the higher gasoline prices it caused — in the rearview mirror as November midterm elections draw closer.

U.S. gas prices just fell below $4 for 1st time since March. They're still 25% higher than last year

By Michelle Chapman, Associated Press

Prices fell overnight after President Donald Trump signed an agreement with Iran that calls for Tehran to dilute its stockpile of highly enriched uranium and waives U.S.-backed sanctions on the country.