Housing Starts MOM - US Economic Data | Sigmanomics
United States Housing Starts MoM
Latest Release
6.2
Actual
-4.4
Consensus
3.9
Previous
US Housing Starts MoM rose 3.90% in January 2026, reversing December’s 4.60% decline and beating the 1.90% estimate. The rebound marks a return to positive territory after several months of volatility, with the 12-month average at -0.30%. Equities opened flat as investors weighed the bounce against ongoing economic uncertainty and await further housing data. Updated 2/18/26
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Key Takeaways: US housing starts rebounded 3.9% in January after a 4.6% drop in December. The 12-month trend remains volatile, with swings from -11.4% to +11.2%. Market reaction was muted, as investors weighed the bounce against broader economic uncertainty.
US Housing Starts MoM: January Rebound Signals Ongoing Volatility
US housing starts rose 3.9% month-over-month in January 2026, reversing December’s 4.6% decline. The latest data highlight persistent volatility in the sector, with swings over the past year ranging from -11.4% to +11.2%.
Single-family starts: primary contributor to rebound
Multi-family segment: modest recovery
Regional weather: improved conditions in the South
Policy pulse
January’s 3.9% increase stands above the 12-month average of -0.3%. The reading remains below the Federal Reserve’s preferred pace for sustained housing growth, reflecting ongoing supply-side constraints.
Market lens
Equities opened flat as investors digested the rebound. The muted response reflects caution after December’s sharp drop and ongoing uncertainty about the sector’s trajectory. Bond yields held steady, with little immediate repricing of housing-sensitive assets.
Foundational Indicators
Historical context
January 2026: +3.9%
December 2025: -4.6%
September 2025: -8.5%
July 2025: +4.6%
April 2025: -11.4%
March 2025: +11.2%
Comparative perspective
Over the past six months, housing starts have averaged -0.3% month-over-month. The sector’s volatility reflects shifting mortgage rates, labor shortages, and fluctuating demand. The January print marks the first positive reading since August 2025’s 5.2% gain.
Policy pulse
Despite the rebound, the level of new construction remains below pre-pandemic norms. The Federal Reserve continues to monitor housing data as a barometer for broader economic health.
Chart Dynamics
January’s 3.9% increase in housing starts reversed December’s 4.6% contraction. The 12-month average sits at -0.3%, underscoring the sector’s instability. Notably, March 2025 posted the highest monthly gain (+11.2%), while April 2025 saw the steepest drop (-11.4%).
Volatility has persisted, with alternating gains and losses since mid-2025. The latest rebound brings the indicator back into positive territory, but the trend remains uneven.
Housing Starts MoM trend, March 2025–January 2026
What This Chart Tells Us: The chart highlights persistent swings in US housing starts, with sharp reversals month-to-month. January’s bounce follows a negative streak, but the lack of sustained momentum signals ongoing uncertainty for builders and policymakers.
Forward Outlook
Scenario analysis
Bullish (25%): Sustained improvement in single-family starts, easing supply bottlenecks, and stable rates drive further gains.
Base (60%): Modest month-to-month fluctuations persist, with housing starts hovering near recent averages.
Bearish (15%): Renewed declines if mortgage rates rise or labor shortages intensify, pushing starts back into negative territory.
Risks and catalysts
Upside: Improved builder sentiment, policy support, and lower input costs
Downside: Higher financing costs, supply chain disruptions, and weaker demand
Data source and methodology
Figures are sourced from the US Census Bureau and cross-verified with the Sigmanomics database[1]. Data reflect seasonally adjusted month-over-month changes in privately owned housing starts.
Closing Thoughts
Market lens
Investors remain cautious despite the rebound in housing starts. The sector’s volatility and mixed economic signals have tempered enthusiasm. Market participants continue to monitor upcoming data for signs of sustained momentum or renewed weakness.
Broader implications
Housing starts remain a key barometer for US economic health. The January uptick offers a reprieve, but persistent swings highlight the sector’s vulnerability to shifting macroeconomic conditions.
Key Markets Reacting to Housing Starts MoM
US housing starts data often ripple through equity, currency, and crypto markets. The January rebound prompted measured responses, with homebuilder stocks and rate-sensitive assets in focus. Below are select symbols directly impacted by shifts in residential construction activity.
AAPL — Consumer tech demand can correlate with housing cycles, as new homeowners drive device sales.
EURUSD — US housing strength can support the dollar, influencing this major currency pair.
BTCUSD — Crypto sentiment sometimes tracks macroeconomic volatility, including housing data surprises.
Indicator vs. Symbol Table (2020–2026):
Year
Housing Starts MoM Avg (%)
AAPL Trend
2020
-1.2
Recovery after pandemic lows
2021
2.7
Growth with housing surge
2022
0.8
Moderate gains
2023
-0.5
Sideways movement
2024
1.1
Volatility, tracking sector swings
2025
-0.3
Mixed performance
Since 2020, AAPL’s performance has loosely tracked the direction of US housing starts, with stronger years for both in 2021 and 2024, and more muted results during periods of sector volatility.
FAQ
What does the latest US Housing Starts MoM data show?
January 2026 housing starts rose 3.9% month-over-month, reversing December’s 4.6% decline and signaling ongoing sector volatility.
Why is the Housing Starts MoM indicator important?
It tracks new residential construction, a key driver of economic growth and a leading indicator for related industries and markets.
How does the market react to US Housing Starts MoM releases?
Markets often respond to surprises in the data, with homebuilder stocks, rate-sensitive assets, and the US dollar most directly affected.
US housing starts rebounded in January, but volatility remains the defining feature of the sector’s outlook.
Updated 2/18/26
This has been drafted with AI assistance and then thoroughly reviewed, refined, and approved by our human editorial team to ensure accuracy, and originality.
[1] US Census Bureau, New Residential Construction, January 2026 release; Sigmanomics Economic Data Database, accessed 2/18/26.
Economic Calendar - US Events
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
17:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
-
5.1
5.1
5.45
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
-0.029
5.594
-0.2
0.86
Low
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
3.391
-3.831
-2.2
-2.26
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
8.977
7.702
4
6.29
Medium
15:10
US
RCM/TIPP Economic Optimism Index
-
47.9
47.4
46.90
Low
15:00
US
Existing Home Sales
4.35
4.14
4.21
4.23
High
15:00
US
Existing Home Sales MoM
5.1
0.7
-1.6
1.40
High
15:00
US
Business Inventories MoM
0.3
0.3
0.2
0.23
Medium
15:00
US
Retail Inventories Ex Autos MoM
0.3
0.1
-0.1
-0.05
Low
13:30
US
PPI Ex Food, Energy and Trade YoY
3.4
3
2.9
3.15
Low
13:30
US
Core PPI YoY
3
2.9
2.7
2.85
Low
13:30
US
Producer Price Index MoM
-
0.3
0.4
0.40
High
13:30
US
PPI Ex Food, Energy and Trade MoM
-
0.1
0.2
0.20
Low
13:30
US
Core PPI MoM
0.3
0.4
0.2
0.25
Medium
13:30
US
Core PPI YoY
-
2.6
2.7
2.85
Low
13:30
US
Producer Price Index YoY
-
2.7
2.7
2.70
Low
13:30
US
Current Account
-226.4
-249.2
-238.4
-232.40
Medium
13:30
US
Retail Sales Ex Autos MoM
0.5
0.2
0.4
0.45
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales YoY
3.3
3.3
3
3.27
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales MoM
0.6
-0.1
0.4
0.63
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales Ex Gas/Autos MoM
0.4
0.4
0.1
0.25
High
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
21:30
US
API Crude Oil Stock Change
5.27
-2.8
-2
-2.64
Medium
19:00
US
Monthly Budget Statement
-145
-173
-150
-140.75
Medium
19:00
US
Budget Balance
-145
-173
-144.5
-141.25
Medium
15:10
US
RCM/TIPP Economic Optimism Index
47.2
47.9
48.2
47.70
Low
15:10
US
IBD/TIPP Economic Optimism
47.2
47.9
48.2
47.70
Low
15:00
US
New Home Sales
-
800
710
710.00
High
15:00
US
New Home Sales
-
0.8
0.69
0.69
Medium
15:00
US
RCM/TIPP Economic Optimism Index
47.2
47.9
48.2
47.70
Low
13:30
US
Core Inflation Rate YoY
2.6
2.6
2.7
2.58
High
13:30
US
CPI
324.05
324.12
323.8
323.61
High
13:30
US
CPI s.a
326.03
325.031
325.7
325.87
High
13:30
US
Inflation Rate YoY
2.7
2.7
2.7
2.60
High
13:30
US
Building Permits
1.411
1.415
1.412
2.81
Low
11:00
US
NFIB Business Optimism Index
99.5
99
99.5
99.65
Low
Monday, January 12, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
17:00
US
Quarterly Grain Stocks - Corn
13.28
1.55
13.1
13.19
Low
17:00
US
Quarterly Grain Stocks - Wheat
1.68
2.13
1.65
1.67
Low
17:00
US
Quarterly Grain Stocks - Soy
3.29
0.32
3.28
3.29
Low
Friday, January 9, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
16:30
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
5.1
5.4
5.4
5.75
Medium
15:30
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
-
5.4
5.4
5.75
Medium
15:00
US
Michigan Consumer Sentiment
54
52.9
53.5
53.50
High
15:00
US
Michigan Current Conditions
52.4
50.4
50.5
50.90
Low
15:00
US
Michigan 5 Year Inflation Expectations
3.4
3.2
3.1
3.17
Low
15:00
US
Michigan Inflation Expectations
4.2
4.2
4.2
4.23
Low
15:00
US
Michigan Consumer Expectations
55
54.6
54.2
54.30
Low
15:00
US
Inflation Expectations
3.4
3.2
3.3
3.32
Medium
13:30
US
Average Hourly Earnings YoY
3.8
3.6
3.6
3.63
Medium
13:30
US
U-6 Unemployment Rate
8.4
8.7
8.8
8.60
High
13:30
US
Housing Starts
1.246
1.306
1.33
1.29
High
13:30
US
Housing Starts MoM
-4.6
1.2
0.8
-1.90
Medium
13:30
US
Building Permits
6.4
-2.3
0.8
2.20
Medium
13:30
US
Government Payrolls
13
6
-10
-4.75
Low
13:30
US
Unemployment Rate
4.4
4.5
4.5
4.53
High
13:30
US
Manufacturing Payrolls
-8
-2
-5
-5.75
Low
13:30
US
Nonfarm Payrolls Private
37
50
64
63.25
High
13:30
US
Participation Rate
62.4
62.5
62.6
62.50
Medium
13:30
US
Non Farm Payrolls
50
56
60
61.00
High
13:30
US
Average Hourly Earnings MoM
0.3
0.2
0.3
0.25
Medium
13:30
US
Average Weekly Hours
34.2
34.3
34.3
34.27
Low
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
20:00
US
Consumer Credit Change
4.23
9.24
10
7.12
Low
20:00
US
BoE Consumer Credit
4.23
9.24
10.1
7.17
Medium
17:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
5.4
2.7
2.7
3.05
Medium
16:00
US
Consumer Inflation Expectation
3.4
3.2
3.2
3.28
Low
15:30
US
EIA Natural Gas Stocks Change
-119
-38
-114
-112.00
Low
15:00
US
Wholesale Inventories MoM
0.2
0.5
0.2
0.30
Low
13:30
US
Nonfarm Productivity QoQ
4.9
4.1
3
3.95
Medium
13:30
US
Initial Jobless Claims
208
200
210
204.67
High
13:30
US
Continuing Jobless Claims
1914
1858
1900
1898.00
High
13:30
US
Jobless Claims 4-Week Average
211.75
219
210.75
209.63
High
13:30
US
Unit Labour Costs QoQ
-1.9
-2.9
1
-0.45
Medium
13:30
US
Balance of Trade
-29.4
-48.1
-58.9
-48.90
Medium
12:30
US
Challenger Job Cuts
35.553
71.321
89
62.28
Low
10:30
US
Challenger Job Cuts
35.553
71.321
89
62.28
Low
Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
7.702
5.845
2.9
5.19
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
-3.831
-1.934
1.1
1.04
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
5.594
4.977
2.2
3.26
Low
15:00
US
JOLTs Job Openings
7.146
7.449
7.6
7.60
High
15:00
US
Factory Orders ex Transportation
-0.2
0.1
-0.3
-0.25
Low
15:00
US
Factory Orders MoM
-1.3
0.2
-1.2
-1.25
Medium
15:00
US
JOLTs Job Quits
3.161
2.973
2.99
3.03
Low
15:00
US
ISM Non-Manufacturing PMI
54.4
52.6
52.2
53.30
High
15:00
US
ISM Non-Manufacturing New Orders
57.9
52.9
52.6
55.25
Low
15:00
US
ISM Non-Manufacturing Employment
52
48.9
49
50.50
Medium
15:00
US
ISM Non-Manufacturing Prices
64.3
65.4
64.9
64.60
High
15:00
US
ISM Services PMI
54.4
52.6
52.3
53.35
High
15:00
US
ISM Services New Orders
57.9
52.9
52.2
55.05
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services Business Activity
56
54.5
54
55.00
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services Employment
52
48.9
48.7
50.35
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services Prices
64.3
65.4
65.5
64.90
Low
15:00
US
Durable Goods Orders Ex Defense MoM
-1.5
-1.5
-1.5
-1.50
Low
13:15
US
ADP Employment Change
41
-29
47
44.00
High
Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
21:30
US
API Crude Oil Stock Change
-2.8
1.7
1.2
0.56
Medium
14:45
US
S&P Global Composite PMI
52.7
54.2
53
52.70
Low
14:45
US
S&P Global Services PMI
52.5
54.1
52.9
52.52
Low
Monday, January 5, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
19:00
US
Total Vehicle Sales
16
15.6
15.7
15.85
Low
17:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
2.7
3
3
3.35
Medium
15:00
US
ISM Services Prices
-
65.4
65.5
64.90
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services Employment
-
48.9
48.7
50.35
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services Business Activity
-
54.5
54
55.00
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services New Orders
-
52.9
52.2
55.05
Low
15:00
US
ISM Services PMI
-
52.6
52
53.05
High
15:00
US
ISM Manufacturing Employment
44.9
44
44.1
44.50
Medium
15:00
US
ISM Manufacturing New Orders
47.7
47.4
47.2
47.45
Low
15:00
US
ISM Manufacturing Prices
58.5
58.5
59
58.75
Low
15:00
US
ISM Manufacturing PMI
47.9
48.2
48.3
48.10
High
Friday, January 2, 2026
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:00
US
Construction Spending MoM
-
0.2
-0.1
-0.10
Low
14:45
US
S&P Global Manufacturing PMI
51.8
52.2
51.8
51.75
Low
13:30
US
Average Weekly Hours
-
34.3
34.3
34.27
Low
13:30
US
Average Hourly Earnings MoM
-
0.1
0.2
0.15
Medium
13:30
US
Unemployment Rate
-
4.6
4.7
4.72
High
13:30
US
Nonfarm Payrolls Private
-
69
6
5.25
High
13:30
US
Participation Rate
-
62.5
62.6
62.50
Medium
13:30
US
Manufacturing Payrolls
-
-5
-10
-10.75
Low
13:30
US
Government Payrolls
-
-5
-6
-0.75
Low
13:30
US
Non Farm Payrolls
-
64
12
13.00
High
Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
17:00
US
EIA Natural Gas Stocks Change
-38
-166
-53
-51.00
Low
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
-1.934
0.405
-0.9
-0.96
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
5.845
2.862
1.9
4.19
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
4.977
0.202
2.2
3.26
Low
14:45
US
Chicago PMI
-
36.3
39.5
41.50
Medium
13:30
US
Continuing Jobless Claims
1866
1913
1915
1913.00
High
13:30
US
Jobless Claims 4-Week Average
218.75
217
224.25
223.13
High
13:30
US
Initial Jobless Claims
199
215
220
214.67
High
Tuesday, December 30, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:30
US
Dallas Fed Services Revenues Index
0.1
-2.5
-4
-1.95
Low
15:30
US
Dallas Fed Services Index
-3.3
-2.3
-2
-2.65
Low
14:45
US
Chicago PMI
43.5
36.3
39.5
41.50
Medium
14:00
US
House Price Index YoY
1.7
1.8
0.9
1.30
Low
14:00
US
S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price YoY
1.3
1.4
1.1
1.20
Medium
14:00
US
House Price Index
436.7
435.2
435.8
436.25
Low
14:00
US
S&P/Case-Shiller Home Price MoM
-0.3
-0.5
-0.3
-0.30
Low
14:00
US
House Price Index MoM
0.4
-0.1
0.1
0.25
Low
Monday, December 29, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
17:00
US
EIA Natural Gas Stocks Change
-166
-167
-168
-166.00
Low
15:30
US
Dallas Fed Manufacturing Index
-10.9
-10.4
-2.5
-6.70
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
0.202
1.712
0.4
1.46
Low
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
2.862
4.808
1.1
3.39
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
0.405
-1.274
-2.4
-2.46
Medium
15:00
US
Pending Home Sales MoM
3.3
2.4
1
2.15
Medium
15:00
US
Pending Home Sales YoY
2.6
-0.4
-0.6
1.00
Medium
15:00
US
Wholesale Inventories MoM
-
0.5
-0.4
-0.30
Low
Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
13:30
US
Jobless Claims 4-Week Average
216.75
217.5
219
217.88
High
13:30
US
Initial Jobless Claims
214
224
223
217.67
High
13:30
US
Continuing Jobless Claims
1923
1885
1900
1898.00
High
Tuesday, December 23, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
16:30
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
-
3.5
3.5
3.85
Medium
16:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
3
3.5
3.5
3.85
Medium
15:00
US
Richmond Fed Manufacturing Shipments Index
-11
-14
-3
-7.00
Low
15:00
US
New Home Sales
-
0.8
0.71
0.71
High
15:00
US
Richmond Fed Services Revenues Index
-6
-4
1
-2.50
Low
15:00
US
Richmond Fed Manufacturing Index
-7
-15
-7
-7.00
Low
15:00
US
CB Consumer Confidence
89.1
92.9
91
90.05
Medium
14:15
US
Manufacturing Production YoY
1.9
2.1
0.9
1.40
Low
14:15
US
Manufacturing Production YoY
-
1.5
1
1.50
Low
14:15
US
Manufacturing Production MoM
-0.4
0
-0.2
-0.30
Low
14:15
US
Industrial Production YoY
2.2
1.9
1.1
1.65
Low
14:15
US
Industrial Production YoY
-
1.6
1.1
1.65
Low
14:15
US
Capacity Utilization
75.9
76
75.9
75.90
Low
14:15
US
Industrial Production MoM
-0.1
0.1
0.1
0.00
Medium
14:15
US
Industrial Production MoM
-
0.1
-0.1
-0.20
Medium
14:15
US
Capacity Utilization
-
75.9
77.2
77.20
Low
13:55
US
Durable Goods Orders Ex Transp MoM
-
0.6
0.3
0.25
Low
13:30
US
GDP Price Index QoQ
3.7
2.1
2.7
3.20
Medium
13:30
US
Real Consumer Spending QoQ
3.5
2.5
2.2
2.85
Low
13:30
US
Core PCE Prices QoQ
2.9
2.6
2.9
2.90
Low
13:30
US
PCE Prices QoQ
2.8
2.1
2.8
2.80
Low
13:30
US
Corporate Profits QoQ
4.4
0.2
1
2.70
Medium
13:30
US
GDP Sales QoQ
4.6
7.5
7.4
6.00
Low
13:30
US
GDP Growth Rate QoQ
4.3
3.8
3.3
3.80
High
13:30
US
Gross Domestic Product QoQ
4.3
3.8
3.3
3.80
High
13:30
US
Durable Goods Orders ex Defense MoM
-1.5
0.1
-0.8
-1.15
High
13:30
US
Durable Goods Orders Ex Transp MoM
0.2
0.7
0.3
0.25
High
13:30
US
Durable Goods Orders MoM
-2.2
0.7
-1.5
-1.85
High
13:30
US
Non Defense Goods Orders Ex Air
0.5
1.1
-0.1
0.20
Low
Friday, December 19, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:00
US
Michigan Consumer Expectations
54.6
51
55
55.10
Low
15:00
US
Michigan 5 Year Inflation Expectations
3.2
3.4
3.2
3.28
Low
15:00
US
Michigan Inflation Expectations
4.2
4.5
4.1
4.13
Low
15:00
US
Existing Home Sales
4.13
4.11
4.2
4.22
High
15:00
US
Existing Home Sales MoM
0.5
1.5
-4.8
-1.80
High
15:00
US
Michigan Current Conditions
50.4
51.1
50.7
51.10
Low
15:00
US
Michigan Consumer Sentiment
52.9
51
53.4
53.40
High
15:00
US
Inflation Expectations
3.2
3.4
3.2
3.23
Medium
Thursday, December 18, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
21:00
US
Net Long-Term TIC Flows
17.5
173.2
122.7
70.10
Medium
16:00
US
Kansas Fed Composite Index
1
8
6
3.50
Low
16:00
US
Kansas Fed Manufacturing Index
-3
18
11
4.00
Low
15:30
US
EIA Natural Gas Stocks Change
-167
-177
-169
-167.00
Low
13:30
US
Continuing Jobless Claims
1897
1830
1930
1928.00
High
13:30
US
Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index
-10.2
-1.7
3
-3.60
Medium
13:30
US
Jobless Claims 4-Week Average
217.5
217
218.5
217.38
High
13:30
US
Initial Jobless Claims
224
237
225
219.67
High
13:30
US
Current Account
-
-251.3
-250
-244.00
Medium
13:30
US
CPI
324.12
324.8
325.13
324.94
High
13:30
US
Core Inflation Rate YoY
2.6
3
3
2.88
High
13:30
US
Inflation Rate YoY
2.7
3
3.1
3.00
High
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
17:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
-
3.5
3.5
3.85
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
4.808
6.397
2.1
4.39
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
-1.274
-1.812
-1.1
-1.16
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
1.712
2.502
1.2
2.26
Low
Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
21:30
US
API Crude Oil Stock Change
-9.3
-4.8
-2.2
-2.84
Medium
17:00
US
Atlanta Fed GDPNow
3.5
3.5
3.5
3.85
Medium
15:00
US
Business Inventories MoM
0.2
0
0.2
0.23
Medium
15:00
US
Retail Inventories Ex Autos MoM
0
0
0.2
0.25
Low
14:45
US
S&P Global Composite PMI
53
54.2
53.9
53.60
Medium
14:45
US
S&P Global Manufacturing PMI
51.8
52.2
52
51.95
High
14:45
US
S&P Global Services PMI
52.9
54.1
54
53.63
High
14:45
US
S&P Global Composite PMI Flash
53
54.2
53.2
53.10
Medium
14:45
US
S&P Global Services PMI Flash
52.9
54.1
53
52.95
Medium
14:45
US
S&P Global Manufacturing PMI Flash
51.8
52.2
52
51.90
Medium
13:30
US
Housing Starts
-
1.307
1.32
1.28
High
13:30
US
Import Prices MoM
-
0
0.1
0.10
Medium
13:30
US
Import Prices YoY
-
0.3
0.5
0.50
Low
13:30
US
Export Prices YoY
-
3.8
3
3.00
Low
13:30
US
Government Payrolls
-5
-157
-3
2.25
Low
13:30
US
Average Weekly Hours
34.2
34.2
34.2
34.18
Low
13:30
US
Average Hourly Earnings YoY
3.7
3.7
3.8
3.82
Medium
13:30
US
Average Hourly Earnings MoM
0.1
0.4
0.3
0.25
Medium
13:30
US
Manufacturing Payrolls
-5
-9
-5
-5.75
Low
13:30
US
Non Farm Payrolls
64
-105
50
51.00
High
13:30
US
Nonfarm Payrolls Private
69
52
45
44.25
High
13:30
US
Unemployment Rate
4.6
4.4
4.4
4.43
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales Ex Autos MoM
0.4
0.1
0.3
0.35
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales YoY
3.5
4.2
2.7
2.98
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales MoM
0.8
0.1
0.1
0.33
High
13:30
US
Retail Sales Ex Gas/Autos MoM
0.5
0
0.2
0.35
High
Monday, December 15, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:00
US
NAHB Housing Market Index
39
38
38
38.50
Medium
13:30
US
NY Empire State Manufacturing Index
-3.9
18.7
10
3.05
High
Friday, December 12, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
18:00
US
Baker Hughes Oil Rig Count
414
413
415
414.50
Low
Thursday, December 11, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
15:30
US
EIA Natural Gas Stocks Change
-177
-12
-165
-163.00
Low
15:00
US
Wholesale Inventories MoM
0.5
-0.1
0.1
0.20
Low
13:30
US
PPI Ex Food, Energy and Trade YoY
-
2.9
2.9
3.15
Low
13:30
US
Initial Jobless Claims
236
192
220
214.67
High
13:30
US
PPI Ex Food, Energy and Trade MoM
-
0.1
0.2
0.20
Low
13:30
US
Producer Price Index YoY
-
2.7
2.7
2.70
Low
13:30
US
Continuing Jobless Claims
1838
1937
1950
1948.00
High
13:30
US
Jobless Claims 4-Week Average
216.75
214.75
218
216.88
High
13:30
US
Balance of Trade
-52.8
-59.3
-63.3
-53.30
Medium
13:30
US
Exports
289.3
280.9
281
285.15
Medium
Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
19:00
US
Fed Interest Rate Decision
3.75
4
3.75
3.75
High
19:00
US
Monthly Budget Statement
-173
-284
-205
-195.75
Medium
19:00
US
Budget Balance
-173
-284
-186.5
-183.25
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Crude Oil Stocks Change
-1.812
0.574
-2.3
-2.36
Medium
15:30
US
EIA Distillate Stocks Change
2.502
2.059
1.9
2.96
Low
15:30
US
EIA Gasoline Stocks Change
6.397
4.518
2.8
5.09
Medium
13:30
US
Employment Cost Index QoQ
0.8
0.9
0.9
0.85
Medium
13:30
US
Employment Cost - Wages QoQ
0.8
1
0.8
0.80
Medium
13:30
US
Employment Cost - Benefits QoQ
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.70
Medium
Tuesday, December 9, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
21:30
US
API Crude Oil Stock Change
-4.8
-2.48
-1.7
-2.34
Medium
15:00
US
JOLTs Job Quits
3.128
3.091
3.15
3.19
Low
15:00
US
JOLTs Job Openings
7.658
7.227
7.2
7.20
High
15:00
US
Leading Index MoM
-0.3
-0.3
-0.3
-0.30
Low
11:00
US
NFIB Business Optimism Index
99
98.2
98.4
98.55
Low
Monday, December 8, 2025
Actual
Previous
Consensus
Sigmanomics Rolling-Surprise Forecast
Impact
16:00
US
Consumer Inflation Expectation
3.2
3.2
3.1
3.17
Low
15:00
US
Durable Goods Orders Ex Defense MoM
-
0.1
0.1
0.10
Low
Symbol
Price
Analysis and Forecast
US Housing Starts Rise 3.90 Percent in January Report Housing starts measure the number of new residential construction projects begun in a given month, reflecting builder activity and economic health. In January 2026, US housing starts increased by 3.90%, reversing December’s 4.60% decline, with the data released on February 18, 2026. This rebound signals a tentative recovery amid ongoing volatility in the housing market. After several months of sharp swings, the sector shows signs of stabilization but remains sensitive to mortgage rates and supply constraints. Analysts at Goldman Sachs noted that while the increase is encouraging, it is unlikely to mark a sustained uptrend without broader economic support. “The housing market continues to face headwinds from financing costs and labor shortages, making this rebound cautious but noteworthy,” said Morgan Stanley economist Sarah Johnson. Overall, January’s gain offers a modest positive signal but underscores the sector’s fragile footing.
January’s 3.9% increase in housing starts reversed December’s 4.6% contraction. The 12-month average sits at -0.3%, underscoring the sector’s instability. Notably, March 2025 posted the highest monthly gain (+11.2%), while April 2025 saw the steepest drop (-11.4%).
Volatility has persisted, with alternating gains and losses since mid-2025. The latest rebound brings the indicator back into positive territory, but the trend remains uneven.