MarketMinute | Mortgage Rates and Prices Rising At The Same Time?
Both wholesale and consumer inflation reports showed inflation continued to rise in September despite multiple Fed rate increases. The labor market remains strong. Nonfarm payrolls increased more than expected in September, and unemployment fell to 3.5%. Jobless claims were up slightly last week. Claims reached their highest level since August but still showed a stable labor market. Purchase mortgage applications dropped 2% for the week. The average purchase loan fell below $400K for the first time...
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