Building Permits (MoM) (Feb) +1.9%
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The Building Permits (MoM) for February saw an increase of 1.9%, indicating a potential uptick in construction activity and possibly reflecting a positive outlook for the real estate and construction sectors.
March 19, 2024 | 12:31 pm
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The increase in Building Permits may lead to a positive sentiment towards the construction and real estate sectors, potentially benefiting the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) as it includes companies from these sectors.
Building permits are a leading indicator of construction activity, which affects real estate and construction sectors. As SPY is a broad market ETF, positive developments in these sectors can contribute to overall market optimism, potentially lifting SPY's value in the short term.
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