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  • During arguments before the Supreme Court this week, justices expressed skepticism about the legality of Trump's tariffs, shaking up markets.
  • ADP private payrolls data came in stronger than expected. Labor market strength makes a December Fed rate cut less likely.
  • Estimates say the government shutdown, the longest in history, is costing the economy anywhere from $10 billion to $30 billion a week.

Housing News

 

  • NAR’s 2025 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers reports the median age of first-time buyers was 40 and their median down payment was 10%.
  • Due to last week’s swing in mortgage rates, refinance applications fell 3% for the week, while purchase apps dropped 1% for the week.
  • More buyers are backing out amid high prices, inspection issues, and job jitters, with contract cancellations hitting roughly 15% in September.

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