NYSE:BLDR

Builders FirstSource (BLDR) stock jumps as Trump’s $200B mortgage-bond order jolts housing names

Builders FirstSource shares surged 10.8% to $123.27 after President Trump ordered $200 billion in mortgage bond purchases to lower rates. The move sparked a rally in housing-linked stocks. Federal officials said Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac would handle the bond buys but gave few details. Investors are watching for execution updates and the company’s earnings report expected February 19.

9 January 2026

NYSE:BLDR·Real Estate·Stock Market

Floor & Decor stock jumps 7% today — here’s what traders are watching next

Floor & Decor shares jumped 7.1% to $69.32 Thursday afternoon, leading gains among housing-related retailers as mortgage rates hovered near recent lows and jobless claims stayed subdued. Barclays cut its price target on the stock to $70. Investors are watching Friday’s U.S. jobs report and mid-January housing data for further signals.

8 January 2026

NASDAQ:FND·NYSE:BLDR·NYSE:HD·NYSE:LOW·Stock Market

European Stocks Rise as Oil Prices Drop and Rate Hike Bets Grow
March 20, 2026, 5:11 AM EDT. European stocks rebounded on Friday, led by banking and construction sectors, as oil prices eased from recent highs above $119 a barrel. The decline followed U.S. signals about possibly lifting sanctions on Iranian crude to reduce energy costs. Central banks across Europe, including the European Central Bank (ECB) and Bank of England (BoE), held interest rates steady amid uncertainty from the U.S.-Iran conflict but traders increased bets on further rate hikes later this year. The ECB highlighted inflation risks tied to the war, while the BoE's unanimous hold hinted at readiness to act. Meanwhile, Unilever disclosed talks to sell part of its foods business to McCormick & Company, adding corporate activity amid market shifts.