75-Basis Point Increase Matches Largest Since 1994
Although this week’s Federal Reserve meeting revealed no surprises, the Fed launched its 75-basis point increase. Notably, this federal funds rate hike matches the largest since 1994.
First ECB Rate Increase in 11 Years After Record Inflation
As the European Central Bank faces record-high inflation levels, this week’s biggest news marked the first ECB rate increase in 11 years.
Low Consumer Confidence Will Bring Big Changes In Spending Habits
Low consumer confidence should be no surprise with the continuously rising rate of inflation and interest rates. The monthly report on consumer confidence published by the Conference Board has been receiving more attention lately, since it may provide information on upcoming spending habits.
Poor Economic Growth Outlook Results In Declining Mortgage Rates
Poor economic growth has not bolstered investors with global central banks aggressively tightening monetary policy to fight inflation.
Consumer Spending Surges in April 2022 with Impressive Retail Sales
While much of this week’s economic data met investor expectations, consumer spending surged in April 2022.
GDP Reading Fell to Lowest Level Since Spring of 2020
In a light week of economic reporting, the major news encompassed the latest GDP reading, which fell to the lowest level since spring 2020.
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.
Powell Tightened Monetary Policy, Now Catching Investors by Surprise
This week, mortgage rates continued their shockingly swift while Powell tightened monetary policy further.
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.