NAHB Podcast: The Davos Housing Update That Wasn’t

The National Association of Home Builders
January 22, 2026
Category: Finance & Economics
Region: United States

On the latest episode of NAHB’s podcast, Housing Developments, COO Paul Lopez is joined by Ken Wingert to discuss the latest housing policies, including President Trump’s housing announcement (or lack thereof) at the World Economic Forum; Executive order on institutional investors; and How NAHB will continue to work with the administration and Congress as they focus on tackling the housing affordability crisis. President Trump had initially been expected to make a housing announcement yesterday at the World Economic Forum, however, the housing discussion mainly covered existing territory. …One reason is the delicate balancing act of making housing more affordable without significantly damaging existing home values. …The White House did issue an executive order on institutional investors’ participation in the housing market. …Capitol Hill has been making some headway on housing issues, including the Road to Housing Act in the Senate and Housing for the 21st Act in the House. 

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