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Jul 26, 2025 8:02 AM
— Bond Markets
Trade Headlines Trump Durable Goods Data, But Minimal Change Either Way
Bonds started strong but weakened in the overnight session. There was some selling in the first hour, but it did not align with the weaker-than-expected Durable Goods data at 8:30 am. The market moved more significantly after Trump made comments around 9am, including discussions on trade deals and interest rates. The volume spike and bond reversal may have been influenced by his comments.
Jul 25, 2025 2:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Brace For Stormier Weather After This Week's Smooth Sailing
Bonds traded with forgettable, sideways momentum this week with minor fluctuations. Friday saw gains due to optimism surrounding U.S./EU trade talks, leading to steady sideways movement. The upcoming week is expected to have more volatility with relevant events daily, including Friday's big jobs report.
Jul 25, 2025 2:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates End Week Unchanged. Next Week, Probably Not...
The week was uneventful in terms of mortgage rates, with rates remaining unchanged as of Friday afternoon. Improvement in relations between the Trump administration and Fed Chair Powell helped stabilize the bond market, leading to rate stability. Next week is expected to bring more volatility, with big events scheduled each day, including the release of the jobs report on Friday.
Jul 25, 2025 9:00 AM
— Government Intervention and Mortgage Rates
HELOC Products; HUD, FHA, and Ginnie News; Unscripted Powell and Trump
The article discusses a variety of topics related to the mortgage industry, including a video clip of President Trump and Fed Chair Powell discussing interest rates, the acquisition of NFTYDoor by Homebridge for AI-powered mortgage lending, best practices for lock desk operations, and the expansion of MAXEX's Non-Delegated Program. It also covers government product news regarding changes to Mortga... more
Jul 25, 2025 8:02 AM
— Mortgage Lending
Hedging, Correspondent, AI Answer, Subservicing, Processing, Fee Modeling Tools; Classes, Training, and Webinars
The article discusses various mortgage-related topics such as the average home price in Utah, state-level fraud rankings, the percentage of homeowners without a mortgage, and the impact of fee changes on lenders. It also mentions different mortgage-related services and software available for lenders and brokers.
Jul 24, 2025 3:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Reasonably Resilient After Data-Driven Selling
The Jobless Claims report was the most relevant economic report of the week. It pushed yields slightly higher, but bonds were able to recover at the NYSE open. There was no major reaction to the S&P PMI data, and by the end of the day, MBS were down only 2 ticks and the 10yr was up 1.9bps.
Jul 24, 2025 1:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Drift Slightly Higher Again
Mortgage rates have increased slightly over the past two days following a 5-day decline. The increase has been minimal with most borrowers experiencing similar rates compared to last week. Economic data plays a significant role in bond movements, with next week's jobs report expected to have a larger impact compared to this week's data. Despite Jobless Claims being lower than expected today, rates... more
Jul 24, 2025 6:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Some Selling Before and After Jobless Claims
Jobless claims data remains strong, with the 4 week average at a 13 week low. This is one of the few actionable reports this week, leading to a small negative reaction in the bond market.
Jul 24, 2025 3:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Broadly Calm Despite Modest Pull-Back
The article discusses the recent gains in the bond market and the subsequent weakness seen due to sideways momentum and lower volatility. The trade deal progress between the US and Japan impacted stocks positively but caused bonds to weaken. Despite some fluctuations, the bonds are stabilizing at slightly weaker levels.
Jul 24, 2025 3:00 AM
— Housing Market
Buyers See More Choices, Lower Prices in New Home Market
The latest New Home Sales report for June shows a slight increase in sales compared to May, but a decrease from the previous year. The housing market is experiencing some cooling with median prices dropping, providing relief for buyers. However, elevated mortgage rates and excess inventory continue to constrain demand.
Jul 23, 2025 12:01 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Tick Higher, But Just Barely
Mortgage rates have seen a modest improvement since last week, with daily small improvements until today where they ended up slightly higher. Rates have been flat for the week overall, with minimal economic data as motivation. Tomorrow will bring more active economic data, potentially increasing volatility slightly.
Jul 23, 2025 9:00 AM
— Housing Market
High Prices and Rates Keep Home Sales Near Cycle Lows
Existing home sales declined by 2.7% in June to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 3.93 million, leaving activity just above recent lows and still 25% below long-term norms. Year-over-year sales remained unchanged nationally. The housing market continues to struggle, with sales levels remaining well below historic norms and affordability remaining a major issue. High mortgage rates are cited as ... more
Jul 23, 2025 8:01 AM
— Bond Markets
Weaker Start After Japan Trade Deal
The article discusses how market movements are being analyzed without any actionable economic data this week. The announcement of a trade deal with Japan boosted stocks and hurt bonds, leading to some selling in the domestic trading session but not enough to break above this week's high yields.
Jul 23, 2025 6:01 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Apps Eke Out Small Gain Thanks to Purchase Activity
Mortgage application activity saw a modest increase last week despite higher rates, with the 30-year fixed rate reaching 6.84%. Purchase applications were up, driven by conventional loans, but refinance applications declined. Despite affordability concerns due to rising rates, there has been a slight improvement in rates this week.
Jul 23, 2025 5:00 AM
— Mortgage Lenders
CFPB Warning; Elizabeth Warren & Bill Pulte; Non-Agency News
The article discusses the importance of working with mortgage companies that have strong ownership for long-term success in the industry. It also mentions the recent addition of a top loan officer to the Federal Savings Bank. Additionally, it touches on employment opportunities in the mortgage industry and the need for compliance with regulations like Fannie Mae's Information Security and Business... more
Jul 22, 2025 2:00 PM
— Bond Markets
Solid AM Gains Stick Around All Day
Bonds improved in the morning after comments from Bessent, who is seen as the voice of reason in defusing market frenzy over potential ouster. Additional gains came from NYSE tradeflows. Stocks sank in the morning but rebounded in the afternoon without pushing bond yields higher. MBS and 10yr bonds saw gains throughout the day, reaching their best levels by the end of the day.
Jul 22, 2025 1:00 PM
— Interest Rates
Mortgage Rates Inch Down to 2-Week Lows
Market reacted to Fed Chair Powell ending his term early with only the shortest-term rates improving and most consumer rates, including mortgages, moving higher. Bonds dictate interest rates and the response reversed after Trump said he wasn't planning on firing Powell. Treasury Secretary Bessent's comments supporting Powell helped the rate market react positively. Mortgage lenders slightly lowere... more
Jul 22, 2025 8:01 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Approve of Bessent Comments and Stock Volatility
Stock market volatility is impacting both stock and bond markets, with earnings season increasing volume and liquidity. Positive movement in the bond market occurred after comments from Bessent regarding trade negotiations and Fed Chair Powell. Bessent's efforts seem to be helping yields move lower to decrease Treasury's interest burden.
Jul 21, 2025 3:01 PM
— Bond Markets
Uneventful Resilience
The bond market showed moderate resilience on Monday, with yields lower across the board, particularly for longer-term notes. The motivation for the market movement is assumed to come from technical factors and trading in other markets. Earnings season is contributing to increased volume and volatility around 9:30am and 4pm.
Jul 21, 2025 1:00 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Move Slightly Lower to Start New Week
Mortgage rates slightly decreased on Monday, with the average lender dropping by 0.03% for a top tier 30yr fixed scenario compared to last Friday. This marks the 4th consecutive business day with a slight improvement, bringing rates back to their lowest levels since July 3rd. This week is expected to have less volatility in rates due to the absence of high-impact economic data like the Consumer Pr... more
Jul 21, 2025 9:00 AM
— Bond Markets
Stronger Start on Another Quiet Calendar Week
This week's economic calendar is relatively quiet, with scheduled speeches from Fed members not touching on monetary policy due to the Fed's blackout period. The S&P PMI and Jobless Claims data may prompt some reactions, but overall, both stocks and bonds are making gains. Technicians are focusing on technical indicators such as support at 4.50% in 10yr yields last week and the nearness to the 100... more
Jul 19, 2025 3:01 AM
— Mortgage Technology
Broker, Warehouse, Valuation Tools; loanDepot's LO Comp Lawsuit; MBA's MAA Campaign
The article discusses the use of AI in various industries such as airline ticket pricing, social media, and deepfake protection. It also highlights the importance of user-friendly mortgage technology for lenders and brokers to increase adoption rates. Additionally, it includes information about upcoming conferences, product offerings, and partnerships in the mortgage industry.
Jul 19, 2025 3:01 AM
— Housing Market
Builder Outlook Ticks Up Despite More Price Cuts and Less Buyer Traffic
The National Association of Homebuilders (NAHB) and Wells Fargo's latest Housing Market Index (HMI) shows that builders are placing their hopes on the future, as builder confidence rose slightly but remained below the key threshold of 50. Factors like high mortgage rates, construction costs, and affordability challenges are still weighing on builders. Many builders are offering price reductions an... more
Jul 19, 2025 3:01 AM
— Bond Markets
Slow Green Friday
At the end of the week, the market is experiencing stability with only minor economic reports like Consumer Sentiment and residential construction numbers. Bonds were green overnight and remain positive as we head into the afternoon. Overall, the market is unchanged for the week.
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