USA Housing Starts For August 1.283M Vs 1.440M Est.; 1.447M Prior
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USA housing starts for August were reported at 1.283M, significantly lower than the estimated 1.440M and the prior figure of 1.452M.

September 19, 2023 | 12:31 pm
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The lower than expected housing starts could potentially impact the SPY ETF, which tracks the S&P 500 index and is sensitive to macroeconomic indicators.
Housing starts are a key economic indicator, reflecting the health of the economy. A lower than expected figure suggests a potential slowdown, which could negatively impact the broader market and thus the SPY ETF.
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