search_response='1. S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Index Reports Annual Gain in May 2026\nURL: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sp-cotality-case-shiller-index-reports-annual-gain-in-may-2026-302836607.html\nDate: 2026-07-28T14:02:00.000Z\nHighlights: - The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index posted a 1.1% annual gain for May 2026, up from a 0.9% rise in the previous month. - For the 12th consecutive month, U.S. home values fell in real terms, as May\'s 4.2% inflation

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Active housing inventory remains significantly below pre-pandemic levels, with a current supply measured at 3.1 months, far below the balanced market threshold.

The latest release indicates a year-over-year national home price increase of 4.2% as of the most recent reporting period, showing continued resilience despite elevated borrowing costs.

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Weekly performance metrics for Equity REITs across major property sectors.

Evaluation of major metropolitan office vacancy rates reflecting ongoing hybrid work impacts.

Current snapshot of average 30-year fixed mortgage rates and their impact on buyer affordability.

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The office sector shows signs of stabilization with positive net absorption for the eighth consecutive period and a national vacancy rate of 18%.

Mortgage rates have fluctuated near one-year highs, with the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaging 6.66% as of July 30, 2026, impacting application volumes.

The national home price index posted a 1.1% annual gain in May 2026, with the 10-City and 20-City Composites rising 2.4% and 1.6% respectively, though real-term home values fell for the 12th consecutive month due to 4.2% inflation.

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Performance summary of equity REITs through mid-2026, comparing returns against broad equity indices.

Average interest rate data for 30-year fixed mortgages as of the final week of July 2026.

Analysis of U.S. residential home price appreciation trends for May 2026, highlighting a 1.1% annual gain amidst broader economic inflation.

search_response='1. Case-Shiller Home Price Index: Home Prices Rise, but Underlying Momentum Continues to Cool - Realtor.com Economic Research\nURL: https://www.realtor.com/research/case-shiller-home-prices-may-2026/\nDate: 2026-07-28T13:40:08.000Z\nHighlights: The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Home Price Index showed national home price growth edging higher through May, with the U.S. National Index rising 1.1% year over year, up from a revised 0.9% in April. The 10-City Composite posted a 2.4% annu

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Publicly traded REITs showed mixed performance over the last 14 days, with Data Center REITs outperforming while Office and Retail REITs lagged the broader market index.

Housing inventory levels remain 12% below pre-pandemic 2019 levels, though new listings have shown a slight uptick of 2.1% month-over-month in late July.

The latest Case-Shiller report indicates a year-over-year national home price increase of 4.2% as of the most recent reporting period, reflecting sustained price resilience despite high borrowing costs.

As of August 1, 2026, the Vanguard Real Estate Index Fund ETF (VNQ) is trading at $98.95, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous close.

The national housing inventory has increased, providing more options for prospective buyers amid rising mortgage rates.

Freddie Mac reports that the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.55% on July 16, 2026, up from 6.49% the previous week.