Why Homebuilder Stocks Are Outperforming Despite A Tough Housing Market
EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 21: In an aerial view, a sign is seen posted on the exterior of a ... [+] Home Depot store on February 21, 2023 i...

EL CERRITO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 21: In an aerial view, a sign is seen posted on the exterior of a ... [+] Home Depot store on February 21, 2023 in El Cerrito, California. (Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images) Getty Images Our theme of Housing Stocks , which includes the stocks of home builders, building products companies, and home improvement players, has fared relatively well thus far in 2023, rising by about 16% year-to-date. This compares to the S&P 500 which remains up by about 6% over the same period.