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  • The Fed raised its policy rate by 0.25% this week. This 10th consecutive hike puts the rate above 5% for the first time since 2007.
  • Job openings fell more than expected in March to the lowest level in nearly two years, a sign the job market is loosening.
  • Applications for unemployment benefits also rose by the most in six weeks, while continuing claims fell by the most since July.

Housing News

  • Purchase mortgage applications dropped 2% last week and were down 32% from a year ago. Tight inventory continues to hamper sales.
  • However, mortgage applications to refinance were up 1% on the week, despite being down 51% from the year before.
  • Overall construction spending was up in March, although single-family homebuilding remained depressed amid higher mortgage rates. 

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News