Housing Data Mixed; United Warns on Fuel Costs; Tesla, Netflix Report Today

September Housing Starts and Building Permits data sent mixed signals, with starts below expectations but permits above. Strong permits could mean more housing supply.

United Airlines shares fell 5% in premarket on profit warning despite solid Q3 results. Fuel costs and Middle East conflict cited as potential Q4 headwinds.

Tesla and Netflix report earnings after the close today. Focus will be on Tesla's ability to maintain dominance amid competition and Netflix's subscriber and advertising growth.

Natural gas prices spiked recently on Middle East tensions and supply issues, which could mean higher winter heating bills that impact consumer discretionary spending.

Tomorrow brings Initial Jobless Claims, Existing Home Sales, and a speech by Fed Chair Powell. Markets watching for signals on potential additional rate hikes.