Disclaimer: The information provided on the Timber Exchange Market Data Hub is sourced from a variety of publicly available data sources and confidential sources that have not been independently verified. Timber Exchange is not responsible for any expenses, damages, losses, or costs incurred as a result of using or relying on the information provided on this site. By using the Timber Exchange Market Data Hub, you agree to use the information at your own risk and acknowledge that any decisions made based on the information provided are done so solely at your own risk.
January sees a decline in US housing starts, building permits, and completions
Posted on February 26, 2024 |
In January, privately owned housing starts were at a rate of 1,331,000, a decrease of 14.8% from December's revised estimate.
Single-family housing starts totaled 1,004,000, showing a 4.7% decline from the revised December figure.
Building permits for privately owned housing units were at a rate of 1,470,000, down 1.5% from the revised December rate.
Single-family authorizations increased to 1,015,000, up 1.6% from the revised December figure.
Privately-owned housing completions in January were at a rate of 1,416,000, down 8.1% from the revised December estimate.
Single-family housing completions totaled 857,000, a decrease of 16.3% from the revised December rate.