Unemployment Rate Fell to Lowest Level Since Early 2020
While mortgage markets stay volatile, the unemployment rate fell to the lowest level since early 2020 as inflation came in on target.
February 2022 Mortgage Rates Face Massive New Inflation-Induced Volatility
Rising inflation levels continued to induce massive daily market volatility for February 2022 mortgage rates.
Russian Invasion of Ukraine Sparks Intense Market Volatility This Week
Mortgage markets experienced another volatile week as the Russian invasion of Ukraine dominated headlines.
Enormous Job Gains Push Mortgage Rates to Reach 2020 Levels
This week, the key Employment report revealed enormous job gains for the United States labor market, leading to higher mortgage rates.
Mortgage Rates Rise to Kick Off the New Year
The first week of 2022 saw mortgage rates rise to kick off the New Year, pushing them to their highest levels since April of 2021.
Holiday Consumer Spending Surges as Feds Adjust for Colossal Inflation
As holiday consumer spending surges, the Federal Reserve plans adjustments for the recent colossal inflation, hitting a 30-year high.
Solid Job Gains Spotlight Uncommonly Busy Week for Mortgage Markets
This past week saw solid job gains amidst a packed week for mortgage markets, highlighted by key labor market data and a Fed meeting.
Latest Employment Report Reveals Job Gains Went Down
This past week, analysts and investors closely watched the latest employment report. Unfortunately, it revealed that job gains went down, falling short of expectations.
Breakthrough Job Gains as Labor Market Makes Vast Improvements
The monthly employment report brought stronger than anticipated data as the U.S. achieved breakthrough job gains and strong ISM data.
Strong Job Gains Drive Consumer Confidence Surge Despite Lower Rates
Key economic reports indicate that strong job gains drove a surge in consumer confidence. Bond investors displayed satisfaction.