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  • The economy expanded at a 2% pace in the 1st quarter of 2026, showing modest growth following the 43-day government shutdown last fall.
  • Jobless claims fell last week to the lowest level since 1969, a sign that job cut announcements have not yet meaningfully translated into layoffs. 
  • The Fed left its policy rate unchanged at this week's meeting, but some members signaled that rate cuts are no longer more likely than hikes.

 

Housing News

  • Single-family housing starts jumped to a 13-month high in March, though permits for future construction fell.
  • Realtor.com reports a 1.1% year-over-year increase in new listings in April, while fewer sellers had to cut prices.
  • Mortgage applications were up 1% for the week and 21% from the same period a year ago, despite rates creeping higher.

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News