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  • Economic growth accelerated by more than forecast in the 2nd quarter. The 2.8% initial reading doubled the 1st quarter's 1.4% growth rate.
  • Jobless claims remained above 220K for the 9th straight week. The 4-week continuing claims average rose to its highest level since December.
  • Markets continue to speculate the Fed will not cut its policy rate at next week's meeting but will start reducing rates in September. 

Housing News

  • Home prices continued their rise and set a new high in June. The median price of an existing home increased 4.1% to $426,900.
  • June's existing home sales were down, marking the slowest pace since December. Inventory jumped 23.4% from a year ago to a 4.1-month supply.
  • New home sales also fell last month, hitting a 7-month low. Pundits blame the ongoing challenges from higher mortgage rates and home prices.

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News