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● HIGH IMPACT
Housing Starts
Actual
1.502
Forecast
1.4
Previous
1.356
What This Means
Housing Starts came in at 1.502, beating the 1.4 consensus forecast. A positive surprise typically signals economic strength, which can reduce SPX volatility — potentially favorable for Iron Condor positions with tighter wings.
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Why This Matters for Iron Condor Traders
High-impact macro events like Housing Starts create volatility spikes that directly affect Iron Condor implied volatility and wing pricing. Understanding the release pattern — beat vs. miss — helps you set appropriate wing widths and entry timing.
Top Questions from Traders
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Historical Context
Previous 2 occurrences of this event type:
| Date | Actual | Forecast | Previous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wednesday, April 29 | -3 | — | 1.8 |
| Wednesday, April 29 | — | -28.5 | -4.9 |
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