December 2021 Mortgage Markets Fluctuate to Cap off the Year
With the U.S. facing a tight labor market, record-setting inflation, and supply chain issues, December 2021 mortgage markets fluctuated.
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.
Record-Setting Core PCE Achieved Its Highest Level Since 1989
Closing out 2021, the United States achieved a record-setting Core PCE Price Index. In doing so, Core PCE hit its highest level since 1989.
Fed Tapering Bond Purchasing to Combat Highest Inflation in Years
In light of breaking news, the investors are ready for the Fed tapering bond purchasing. This past week saw enormous daily volatility in mortgage-backed securities markets.
Core PCE Shows Inflation Quickly Soaring for the Holidays
In a short week, core PCE shows inflation quickly soaring in time for the holiday season while investors worry about price increases
Inflation Remains High As Supply Chain Prevents Better GDP
After months of slow recovery, inflation remains high. Meanwhile, the latest GDP reported showed a negative impact on supply chain growth.
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.
Steady Inflation Results While the Manufacturing Sector Performs Better
This week saw steady inflation results while the manufacturing sector performed better. Overall, the economic data revealed no significant surprises.
Mortgage Rates Unbelievably Fluctuate Right After Fed Meeting
This week, mortgage rates fluctuate unbelievably in the wake of Wednesday's Fed meeting. This fluctuation included their largest movement in sometime.
Investors Focus on Targeted MBS Buying As Fed Nears Goals
Investors focus on targeted MBS buying as Fed nears goals. However, Fed Chair Powell did not provide an updated timeline for policy changes. As a result, mortgage rates ended the week slightly higher.