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  • Consumer confidence rose to an 8-month high in December as inflation retreated and the labor market remained strong.
  • In a sign of labor market strength, unemployment filings remain at historically low levels, though they rose slightly last week to 216K.
  • The economy grew faster than previously thought in the 3rd quarter, a sign the Fed's battle to slow it down is having only a limited impact.

Housing News

  • NAHB reports homebuilder sentiment dropped for the 12th month in December to the lowest level since 2012 but may be near the bottom.
  • New home construction continued to decline, and permits plunged in November, as higher borrowing costs eroded affordability and demand.
  • Existing home sales fell 7.7% in November, the 10th straight month of drops. However, the median sales price rose 3.5% annually to $370,700. 

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News