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According to Calculated Risk, Friday's economic calendar features several closely watched reports that will provide insight into the labor market and housing sector. The December employment report is expected to show 55,000 jobs added, with consensus forecasts calling for the unemployment rate to decline to 4.5 percent. Housing starts data for September and October will also be released, offering perspective on residential construction activity during the final months of the year.
Additional data points on Friday include the University of Michigan's preliminary Consumer Sentiment Index for January, which gauges household economic confidence heading into the new year. At noon, the Federal Reserve will release Q3 Flow of Funds Accounts, detailing how capital moves through the financial system and the broader economy. Collectively, these releases will provide a comprehensive snapshot of labor market health, housing momentum, and consumer outlook.