Market Perspective

Overview: There were two primary influences on mortgage rates over the past week, which were offsetting. Stronger than expected economic...

Overview: Despite weaker than expected labor market data, it was a tough week for mortgage rates. Investors have favored stocks over...

Overview: There was little movement in mortgage rates over the past week. The major economic data generally was stronger than expected,...

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Overview: Over the past week, the major influences for mortgage rates were negative. The significant economic data was stronger than...

Overview: While there was a wide range of economic and political news over the past week, none of it caused much reaction in the overall...

Economic experts have begun weighing in on expected trends in the housing market for next year. Knowing and preparing for changes in the...

Overview: The primary influences on mortgage rates over the past week were political events. Progress on the tax bill and a plea deal by...

Overview: Most of the market news this week was unfavorable for mortgage rates, causing rates to end the week a little higher. The...

Overview: It was another quiet week. The major economic data released over the past week came in mostly on target and caused little...

Overview: There were no significant surprises in market-related news over the past week. The major economic data came in on target, and...

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Overview: Market-moving economic news was scarce over the past week. Even Friday’s key monthly Employment Report had just a minor net...