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Fed Minutes Spark Hope of QE3 — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Markets rallied after the release of the FOMC minutes hinted toward the possibility of QE3. Dell shrank on earnings, while American Eagle and Toll Brothers gained.

Is It Too Late to Buy Homebuilder Stocks?

The red-hot rally in homebuilders shows swelling confidence in the sector, but that doesn't mean squat for investors who aren't already in the game.

Toll Brothers Still on Solid Ground

Toll Brothers business model is diverse, and even though the company can experience surprise earnings, it remains a solid buy as a homebuilder stock

Banks, Builders and … Bedding? — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Stronger news from the U.S. and Europe on the economic front helped to fuel a rally that lifted up markets above 2%, with bank stocks leading the way.

Sherwin-Williams Paints a Tricky Picture

Sherwin-Williams is one of the best stock stories of 2012 thus far, has a great outlook and a dependable dividend. So why should investors be cautious?

Not the Time Yet for Homebuilder Stocks

The sector got some good news this week, but it came during a market slump. So investors are better off waiting for the carnage to end before moving in.

Homebuilder Confidence Lifts the Sector’s Shares

The strongest reading among homebuilders since May 2007 cheers investors. Still, the current 29 is a long way from the 50+ that indicates good conditions.

Keep an Eye on Hovnanian

Its rise during Tuesday's market slide -- and its chart -- are telling: Bulls and bears are fighting it out equally to see who'll gain control.

The ‘Shadow Inventory’ Darkening Housing

Home sales can't rise until the foreclosure backlog gets cleared. But that's not happening nearly fast enough. What's needed: Jobs and smarter policies.

Homebuilder Confidence Steady in March

It held at 28, after rising for five consecutive months. That keeps it a high point since June 2007, but it's still far below a healthy reading.

Before You Buy Into the Homebuilder Rally …

Solid payroll numbers and HOV's earnings report helped homebuilders continue their rally Wednesday. But the jubilant sector might be getting ahead of itself.

Homebuilder Stocks: Is the Pullback Over?

After a spectacular four-month run-up and expected correction, which stocks look best in this sector?

Home Prices End 2011 at Record Lows

The S&P Case-Shiller index for December has little cheer for anyone hoping that the ongoing U.S. home price decline has ended.

Investors Bid Up Homebuilders, Energy Stocks — Monday’s IP Market Recap

A rise in pending home sales lifts equities to a flat day overall. Lowe's joins the homebuilders' rise for the day.

Pending Home Sales Popped in January

Wall St.'s early-day gloom over Europe, which pushed the Dow down 100 points, gives way to midday hope over housing.

More Conflicting Signals From Housing

Existing home sales are up, but prices are still falling. These two are just the latest examples of a sector still searching for its footing.