UK housebuilding stocks surged after Labour's landslide election victory, driven by promises to boost housebuilding and implement pro-development reforms. Major builders like Persimmon, Vistry, Barratt Developments, and Taylor Wimpey saw significant stock increases. Labour's plans include building 1.5 million new homes over five years, reinstating strict housing targets, and reviewing greenbelt boundaries to facilitate development. Despite industry support, achieving these targets is challenging, given historical underdelivery and current high interest rates. Labour may need to offer additional support for first-time buyers to meet its ambitious goals.