Economists expect the economy rebounded in 1Q compared to the previous quarter and grew at a 3.1% rate.
Homebuilders are abandoning the term in favor of the 'owner's suite' to avoid sexist and racist connotations.
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D.R. Horton remains undervalued even though its stock continues to outperform.
EBay is upgraded to 'overweight,' and homebuilders are initiated at Sterne Agee.
D.R. Horton, Ryland and others continue to ramp up ahead of the busiest building season.
Stocks are mixed despite a consumer confidence reading that plunged to its lowest level in more than a year.
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