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Data from FMP. Forecasts by Sigmanomics Forecast Engine.
AustraliaAustralia Building Permits YoY climbed to 10.2% in April 2026
FMPMonthlyReleased June 2026
Australia Building Permits YoY climbed to 10.2% in April 2026, released June 2026, up 0.9% from March's 9.3% reading. The reading matched the 10.2% consensus. The print is running well above the 12-month average of -2.53%.
Latest Release
10.2
Actual
10.2
Consensus
9.3
Previous
Median Absolute Error
±4.59 percentage points
across last 12 releases
Last Call
Jun 2026
Predicted: 14.08
Actual: 10.2
Error: +3.88
Sigmacast Σ-direction model: consensus + ½ × mean(surprise, trailing 90d).
CORRELATED SYMBOLS— markets that historically move with this indicator
| Symbol | Direction | Correlation | Asset Class | Signal Bias | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.55 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| AUD/JPY | ▲ Direct | +0.45 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| AUD/NZD | ▲ Direct | +0.40 | FOREX | Bullish AUD | → View |
| XAU/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | COMMODITIES | Watch | → View |
| NZD/USD | ▲ Direct | +0.35 | FOREX | Bullish NZD | → View |
Correlation based on 12-month rolling window. Click any symbol to view its Sigmanomics forecast page.
THE RELEASE
Building Permits YoY (Australia) was reported at 10.2% in June 2026. This matched the market consensus of 10.2% exactly. The reading rose from the previous value of 9.3%. Trailing 12-month context per ETL data through June 2026.
WHY IT MATTERS
The trailing three releases averaged 11.47%, up from the prior three at -4.87%.
THE MODEL'S TAKE
Historically, this indicator is positively correlated with AUD/USD (Bullish AUD). A secondary relationship exists with AUD/JPY, positively correlated (Bullish AUD). Over the last 12 releases, the Sigmacast model's median absolute error is 4.59%.
WHAT TO WATCH NEXT
The next release is scheduled for July 1, 2026. Same-country events in the next 14 days include Interest Rate Decision (Jun 16) and RBA Rate Statement (Jun 16).
Auto-generated from current model state · Refreshes on each release · Last update June 2026.
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About Building Permits YoY — Australia
DEFINITION
Building Permits YoY is a financial indicator that measures the year-over-year change in the number of permits issued for new construction projects. This data provides insight into the health of the construction industry and can be used to forecast future economic activity. A higher number of building permits indicates a growing economy, while a decline may signal a slowdown. This indicator is closely monitored by investors, policymakers, and analysts as it can impact various sectors of the economy, such as real estate, manufacturing, and employment.
WHY THIS INDICATOR MATTERS
Housing data leads broader economic cycles by several months and is highly rate-sensitive, with knock-on effects to construction, materials, and consumer credit. The release is more useful as part of a longer-run signal than as a single-print catalyst. Released monthly.
WHAT CHANGED THIS MONTH
Latest reading (Apr 2026): actual 10.2 %, consensus 10.2 %. Prior reading (Apr 2026): 10.2 %. Before that (Mar 2026): 9 %.
WHAT'S NEXT
Sigmacast's 1-month forecast points to a similar reading versus the latest print, with the 3-month outlook reinforcing that direction. Both horizons are aligned bullish for this indicator, suggesting a consistent trend signal. Trend-driven dynamics are the primary tailwind in the current projection. This indicator correlates most strongly with AUD/USD (Bullish AUD, r=0.55) — a useful reference for forex-focused traders.