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  • Economic activity has remained flat in most parts of the U.S. since early September, according to the Fed's survey of regional business contacts.
  • Household debt totaled $20.2 trillion through the 2nd quarter. The current debt delinquency rate is 2.74%, the highest in nearly 12 years.
  • Initial jobless claims fell for the 2nd straight week, but continuing claims increased to nearly 1.9 million, the most in 3 years.

Housing News

  • New single-family home sales jumped 4.1% to 738K in September, 6.3% higher than a year ago. The median sales price was $426,300.
  • Existing home sales, however, fell to a 14-year low. Buyers pulled back amid uncertainty over the upcoming election and higher mortgage rates.
  • Mortgage applications fell to the lowest level since July as rates moved higher. Purchase apps dropped 5%, and refi apps were down 8%.

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News