AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 minutes agoHousing & Finance: U.S. new home sales jumped 6.4% in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 684,000—the highest in eight months—helped by builder price cuts and incentives, even as mortgage rates stay elevated. Rates Pressure: Mortgage rates broke past 7%, deepening housing gridlock as Treasury yields climb. Energy & Grid: The DOE is set to fund 31 grid improvement projects across 26 states (up to $2B), aiming to boost transmission capacity for surging demand tied to AI data centers. Local Housing Recovery: North Carolina unveiled a long-term economic recovery plan for Western North Carolina two years after Helene, with priorities spanning workforce, infrastructure, and housing. Solar Policy: A Rhode Island federal judge ordered the federal government to revive the $7B Solar for All program after an EPA cancellation, though funding timing is still unclear. Construction/Infrastructure: FAA awarded San Antonio $43.25M for airfield drainage upgrades, part of a broader airport modernization push. Community & Land Use: Northern Nevada tribes renewed opposition to data centers over water impacts in the Truckee River watershed. Market Context: Analysts warn AI buildout could consume about 3.6% of GDP annually—raising the question of who pays, and what it means for affordability.
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