Consumer Confidence Inches Up Despite Tariff and Geopolitical Conflict
Despite ongoing economic impacts surrounding the U.S. and Iran war, monthly consumer confidence as surveyed by the nonprofit Conference Board ...
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Consumer Sentiment Hits Lowest Level in 2026 Following Launch of Iranian Conflict
The commencement of the war with Iran caused further damage to consumer sentiment in March, according to the latest Survey ...
Mortgage Rates Hit Highest Level of 2026
While mortgage rates hit a high for the year so far, reflecting escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, analysts ...
After Weeks-Long Run, Mortgage, Refi Applications Dive as Rates Climb
New data from the Mortgage Bankers Association shows applications for both home purchases and refinances fell significantly this week following ...
Consumer Sentiment Dips in 2026, Led by Gas-Price Pressures
Consumer sentiment toward the economy, a vital metric for gauging whether consumers are feeling comfortable enough to make major purchases, ...
Fed’s Favorite Inflation Measure Remains Elevated
Despite some reports showing lower trends in inflation, the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation measure continues to remain elevated ahead of ...
Despite Uptick, Buyers Responding to Current Rate Environment
The average mortgage rate remaining at or around the low 6% range continues to spur buyer activity, but economists warn ...
Mortgage Applications Increase for Fourth Straight Week
With the war in Iran causing market volatility this past week including an average mortgage rate increase from below and ...
Inflation Trends Lower, but Future Uncertain With Rising Geopolitical Tensions
Inflation appeared to once again be on the right track for the Federal Reserve’s 2% goal, according to the latest ...
Economists Warn ‘Wartime Inflation’ Could Push Rates Higher
After a brief dip into the fives, mortgage rates ticked back up this week and will likely continue to rise ...
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