New Home Sales (MoM) (Jan) +1.5%, Prior +7.2%
Portfolio Pulse from Benzinga Newsdesk
The New Home Sales report for January showed a month-over-month increase of 1.5%, following a prior month's increase of 7.2%. This indicates a continued but slower growth in the housing market.
February 26, 2024 | 3:00 pm
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The SPY ETF, which tracks the S&P 500, may see a short-term positive impact due to the continued growth in the housing market as indicated by the New Home Sales report.
The SPY ETF, reflecting the broader market, often reacts to economic indicators. The growth in new home sales, although slower, suggests ongoing economic strength, potentially boosting investor confidence in sectors related to housing and construction, thus positively influencing SPY.
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