Tech, Media & Telecom Roundup: Market Talk

The latest Market Talks covering Technology, Media and Telecom. Published exclusively on Dow Jones Newswires at 4:20 ET, 12:20 ET and 16:50 ET.

1303 ET – Newly built homes are becoming increasingly competitive with existing homes on both price and financing, according to Realtor.com. The new construction price premium — the percent difference between median list prices for new and existing homes — fell to its lowest 3Q level on record in Realtor.com’s data history. At the same time, builders’ incentives continue to meaningfully reduce mortgage rates and down payment requirements, with new-construction buyers last quarter paying nearly a full percentage point less on a 30-year mortgage than buyers of existing homes. Despite notable headwinds for housing in 2025 — a softer labor market, weaker buyer demand, and higher input costs from labor shortages and new tariffs — new construction is a relative bright spot for home shoppers. (chris.wack@wsj.com)