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America Underbuilt Inc.: The Supply Side of the U.S. Housing Challenge


Abstract: This analysis finds that the U.S. has underbuilt housing for decades. The persistent supply shortfall amid growing demand drives today’s affordability crisis.

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis

Source: On the Economy

Publication Date: 2026-04-08