Importance: Moderate.
Volatility: Moderate.
Published by: The Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce
Release Time: 8:30 ET around the 16th of the month.
Coverage: Prior Month.
Housing Starts/Building Permits is a leading indicator of economic activity.
| Event | Fixed Income | Equities | Dollar |
| Housing Starts Up | Bond Market Down | Stock Market Up | Little Impact |
| Housing Starts Down | Bond Market Up | Stock Market Down | Little Impact |