New Labor Market Data Pushes Fed Towards Aggressive Inflation Stance
New labor market data invoked mixed feelings regarding record low unemployment and steadily high inflation.
February 2023 Mortgage Rates Now Reach November Highs
February 2023 mortgage rates faced high levels of volatility, later reaching November 2022 highs after strong Employment data came out.
High Inflation Not Going Anywhere According To Latest From Fed
High inflation has investors mostly taking their cue from the Fed during a very light week for economic data
Labor Market is Surprisingly Surging Along with Interest Rates
Labor market strength is at at the forefront of a week packed with major economic news, including daily volatility in mortgage markets.
United States GDP Surprisingly Saw Growth of 2.9% in Q4
GDP (Gross Domestic Product) is the broadest measure of economic activity. U.S. happy to see the GDP rose at a rate of 2.9% in the fourth quarter.
Wage Growth Slows Despite 223,000 Jobs Added To The Economy
After two years of exceptionally low mortgage rates, a major change took place in 2022 in relation to wage growth.
November Federal Reserve Speech Acknowledges Lowering Inflation in the U.S.
In a packed reporting week, the November 2022 Federal Reserve speech acknowledged lower inflation levels throughout the United States.
November 2022 Markets Highlight Tapering Inflation Ahead of the New Year
After a long year of rising inflationary pressures, November 2022 markets now highlight change of pace heading into 2023.
October 2022 MBS Now Highlights Tightening Policy Around the World
Looking back at October 2022 MBS trends, inflation once again dominated headlines as the Federal Reserve and ECB continue to raise rates.
November 2022 Fed Meeting Leads to Latest Interest Rate Increases
After the November 2022 Fed meeting, investors raised their outlook for monetary policy tightening heading into 2023.