In this episode, C.A.R. economists discuss the momentum gain in the market in April, with home sales improving and median price reaching a new high. Inflation continues to be an issue, however, as job growth exceeded expectations and businesses' confidence started picking up. Will the housing market be able to stay on track for the rest of 2026?

Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the newly released first quarter's economic and affordability reports. In this episode, we also break down what the Fed’s pause means for buyers, the headwinds in the housing market, and a closer look at affordability by ethnicity.

In this episode, C.A.R. economists walk through the March 2026 housing market update and examine how global events are influencing prices, buyer demand, and confidence across the economy.

In this episode, C.A.R. economists examine the escalating conflict in the Middle East, its impact on global oil supply, and the implications the war has on inflation, mortgage rates, and the housing market. We also break down the February 2026 home sales data, the latest update on inflation, and the Fed’s March rate decision.

In this episode, C.A.R. economists unpack the crosscurrent shaping the 2026 economy, from a labor market that added 130,000 jobs in January to a slowdown in retail sales as consumers pulled back at the end of 2025. They also explore how moderating prices, rising inventory, and slowing population growth could affect the housing market in the months ahead.

In this episode, C.A.R. economists break down the 2025 housing market report card, examining December home sales, prices, and inventory trends across California. They also provide insights on the implications of the latest macroeconomic indicators and discuss the potential risks and opportunities facing the housing market in 2026.

In this episode, C.A.R. economists breakdown the Fed's latest rate cut and why policymakers are signaling only one cut in 2026. We discuss the cooling job growth, flat retail sales, and what a rising California home sales with flat prices means for the year ahead.

Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the Fed’s recent rate cut, the Q3 housing affordability, the delayed inflation report, the latest job market update, and the current status on the government shutdown.

Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the trade tension between U.S. and China, the on-going government shutdown, and what it means for the economy and housing market. With job growth stalling and consumer confidence fading, lower rates are giving homebuyers a boost amid uncertainty.

Join C.A.R. economists as they discuss the latest economic update and market predictions for 2025 and 2026. We also discuss the Fed’s September meeting, resilience in retail sales, and the latest CPI report.