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US President Trump's administration is reportedly exploring opening an antitrust probe into homebuilders, according to reports

Newsquawk Staff ·

  • DoJ could open the probe in the coming weeks, according to people familiar with the discussions. 
  • No decision has been made and the administration may abandon the effort without launching an investigation.
  • Officials have grown concerned that the trade group — whose members include Lennar (LEN) and DR Horton (DHI) - could be used to restrict housing supply or coordinate pricing,

What it means

The potential antitrust probe into homebuilders by the Trump administration suggests heightened scrutiny over possible supply restrictions or price coordination among major players like Lennar and DR Horton. This could impact market sentiment, particularly in the housing and equities sectors, as investors weigh the regulatory risks and implications for housing supply and consumer prices.

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