October Housing Starts Slow on Higher Rates

Housing starts fell 3.1% in October, with single-family starts dropping 6.9%. Builders expect a more favorable regulatory environment in 2025 to boost the housing supply.

Post-Storms Tourism Campaign Gets Boost

Visit Florida bumped up its post-hurricane marketing effort to $6.7 million, aiming to show tourists much of the state has been unaffected by hurricanes.

Court Backs Approval of Utility Storm Plans

Challengers argued the utility storm-protection plans didn't assess whether proposed projects placed unnecessary financial burdens on customers.

FAU: Prices Stay High Despite Waning Inflation

Core inflation remains high partially due to housing services prices, which rose 3.8% annually in September. The Fed is expected to cut rates again in December.