Sales of new U.S. houses slumped by 7.8% in May, as sales plunged in the pricier Northeastern and Western markets.

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U.S. sales of new homes perked up slightly in June, a sign that more would-be buyers are seeking newly built properties.

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U.S. construction spending was flat in May as homebuilding slowed again, even as buyers faced climbing prices and a shortage of properties on the market.

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January kicked off the year with an unexpected tumble in housing starts, which may leave some homebuilders scratching their heads after 2015 saw strong demand from new homeowners.

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