Building Permits
US Building Permits for Jul 2026 came in at 1,443K, vs 1,372K previously. Released by Census, this is one of the macro indicators traders watch most closely.
- Country: US
- Source: Census
- Market impact: MEDIUM IMPACT
- Reference period: Jul 2026
Previous
1,372K
Forecast
1,524K
Actual
1,443K
Recent history
Last 60 observations from FRED.
About this release
US Building Permits is published by Census. Use the chart above for medium-term context and the source link below to read the official release in full.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Building Permits?+
Building Permits is an economic indicator published by Census. It's one of the macro releases traders watch to gauge the underlying state of the economy and adjust positioning ahead of central-bank decisions.
How often is Building Permits released?+
Building Permits follows a regular release calendar — the issuing agency announces every date in advance. Use the calendar to see every upcoming release date.
Why does Building Permits move US markets?+
Surprises versus expectations move FX and rate markets fastest: a hotter print pulls forward central-bank tightening expectations and tends to support the currency, while a cooler print does the opposite. Bond yields and equities react too, often with a delay.
Where can I find the full Building Permits report?+
We link to the official release page in the source button above. The agency's site has the full press release, methodology notes, and downloadable historical data.