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  • The Fed held its policy rate steady at its May meeting, warning of growing inflation and unemployment risks amid trade policy uncertainty.
  • Unemployment claims fell last week. After spiking briefly at the end of April, current levels again signal a stable labor market.
  • April's ISM data was mixed. Manufacturing activity contracted for a 2nd straight month, while the services sector grew modestly.  

Housing News

  • Buyers returned to the spring market despite economic jitters. Purchase mortgage apps rose 11% for the week and 13% from a year ago.
  • First-time homebuyers made up 58% of agency purchase lending in the 1st quarter of 2025, according to the ICE Mortgage Monitor.
  • Fannie Mae reports fewer people think it’s a good time to sell, as rising inventory, stalled sales, and economic uncertainty fuel competition fears. 

 

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