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Feb 20, 2026 1:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Tariff Ruling Tried (And Failed) to Steal The Show
On Friday morning, news of the Supreme Court striking down the IEEPA tariffs had some impact on bond markets, leading to some volatility with less than a 3bps movement in 10yr yields. However, most of the movement was recovered as the day progressed. Despite some fluctuations, the MBS remained relatively unchanged throughout the day.
Feb 20, 2026 12:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Mortgage Rates End Week at Lows
Bonds experienced volatility in response to a Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, leading to higher Treasury yields and lower mortgage-backed securities prices. However, the reaction was contained, with bonds erasing most of the impact by the afternoon. Mortgage lenders maintained yesterday's rate offerings due to steady bond improvement, resulting in slightly lower average rates overall.
Feb 20, 2026 6:33 AM
— Bond Markets
Opening Salvo of Data Fails to Inspire
GDP missed expectations largely due to non-economic reasons such as federal worker labor during the shutdown and late-breaking changes in the trade gap. More economically indicative metrics suggest a sideways drift. Monthly PCE inflation was slightly higher than expected in December with no significant impact on bonds.
Feb 19, 2026 12:30 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Hold Flat on Thursday Despite Lower Weekly Average
Top-tier 30yr fixed mortgage rates stayed unchanged, aligning with the lowest levels in over 3 years. However, recent lower rates on Jan 9, Jan 12, Feb 13, and Feb 17 challenge the claim of rates hitting a 3-year low. Freddie Mac's weekly survey data supports the assertion of lowest rates in 3 years based on the average rates from last Thursday through yesterday.
Feb 19, 2026 5:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Accidental Clairvoyance (Not Really...)
Bonds are weaker without any specific fundamental reason, with trading being driven more by technical factors. Jobless Claims data came in better than expected, but this didn't help bond performance. Yields have reached 4.10, and the market is waiting for Friday's economic data before making any significant moves.
Feb 18, 2026 3:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Half-Hearted Correction Continues
Yields rallied 30bps in just over a week but haven't done much over the past 2 days. Bonds have consolidated at slightly higher levels, and any movement will likely depend on upcoming data releases. Today's data showed modestly unfriendly results, including core durable goods at 0.6 vs 0.4 and a lackluster 20yr bond auction.
Feb 18, 2026 12:30 PM
— Housing Market
Builder Confidence Remains Subdued
Builder confidence decreased for the second consecutive month in February according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index. Affordability issues and high construction costs contributed to the negative sentiment. Components like current sales conditions and future sales expectations declined, while buyer traffic remained low. Builders are offering incentives to attract buyers but many are sti... more
Feb 18, 2026 12:30 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Tick Microscopically Higher
Mortgage rates only increased by 0.01% today, the smallest change recently. Borrowers likely won't notice much difference compared to yesterday's rates. The lack of improvement suggests the recent decrease in rates may be pausing. Economic reports released on Friday may influence future rate movement.
Feb 18, 2026 12:30 PM
— Treasury Rates
Key Technical Level, But Does it Matter?
The 10yr Treasury yield is approaching but not breaking the resistance at 4.00%. This level has been a pivot point since late 2022 and has seen resistance frequently since September. Economic data and Fed Minutes are not expected to prompt a break in yield. Without new bullish motivations, yields are expected to remain range-bound.
Feb 17, 2026 1:36 PM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Stay Flat to Start New Week
Mortgage rates remained steady, in line with last Friday's levels, which is a positive development. Rates tend to be more volatile before and after a 3-day weekend, but they are currently at some of the lowest levels seen in over 3 years.
Feb 17, 2026 8:37 AM
— Bond Markets
Mostly Holding Last Week's Impressive Gains
Bonds initially continued last week's gains at the start of the session, but these gains disappeared after a few hours of trading. Despite this, the movement wasn't concerning, and it is expected that bonds will stay within a 4.0-4.10% range in 10yr yields.
Feb 14, 2026 4:31 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Rally, Ignoring Surge in SuperCore CPI
The CPI came in slightly below forecasts at the headline level and in line with forecasts at the core level. Shelter components, particularly Owners' Equivalent Rent, continued to decrease. Despite a surge in the supercore reading to the highest levels in a year, the bond market seems willing to look past this development, focusing more on the decline in housing-related metrics. 10yr yields are do... more
Feb 14, 2026 4:31 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Close Out Epic Week of Resilience With Friendly Data
Despite events throughout the week that should have led to higher rates, bonds ended up at stronger levels. The main theory for this unexpected outcome involves heavy liquidation in stocks and commodities on Thursday. The upcoming holiday weekend positioning could also be a contributing factor. More information will likely be revealed next Tuesday, especially if stocks see a significant bounce.
Feb 13, 2026 11:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Oh So Close to 3 Year Lows
After an announcement that Fannie and Freddie would buy mortgage-backed securities, rates fell to their lowest levels in over 3 years. Rates have remained steady, with recent improvements bringing lenders close to long-term lows. Lower inflation in the January Consumer Price Index report has contributed to the recent strength in rates.
Feb 12, 2026 2:33 PM
— Bond Markets
Slower Data. Slower Morning
Big jobs reports can lead to increased momentum and volatility in the bond market in the following days, setting the tone for the month until the next jobs report. Despite some data indicating a slight increase in jobless claims, the trading day has been fairly average and uneventful.
Feb 12, 2026 2:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Yields Magically and Mysteriously Sink to Lowest Levels in 2 Months.
The 10-year yields reached the lowest level since December 4th, 2025, at just over 4.10%. The gains were attributed to a flight to safety driven by heavy selling in stocks and commodities, despite the lack of major data to explain the trend. There was a mini-snowball rally with the help of stock losses, resulting in the best levels of the day.
Feb 12, 2026 1:30 PM
— Housing Market
Non-QM Pricing, Appraisal, BI, Servicing Tools; Interview With Pennymac Chief Strategist; CFPB Update
The article discusses various topics related to the mortgage industry, including Freddie Mac's earnings, large companies growing even larger, the prioritization of resources by lenders in 2026, the challenges of the appraisal process, and how to leverage business intelligence tools specific to mortgages. It highlights upcoming conferences, such as the MCT Exchange, that focus on the evolving secon... more
Feb 12, 2026 11:30 AM
— Interest Rates
Mortgage Rates Slide to New Multiweek Lows
Despite a strong jobs report which would typically lead to higher rates, the average lender is currently at the lowest levels since January 16th. The recent fluctuations in rates are difficult to explain without delving into investor demand and Treasury securities. More volatility is expected with the upcoming release of the Consumer Price Index, as inflation is a key factor for rates.
Feb 11, 2026 2:30 PM
— Bond Markets
Stunning Resilience
The bond market has shown impressive resilience with yields dropping significantly despite positive economic reports, including a lower unemployment rate and a higher payroll count. The market experienced a slight sell-off after the release of the latest jobs report, but the impact was not as severe as expected.
Feb 11, 2026 11:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Modest Increase in Rates is a Win. Here's Why
Mortgage rates increased by 0.03% today, but it was actually seen as a victory due to the strong monthly jobs report causing potential volatility in the bond market. Despite the positive job numbers, rates didn't jump as much as expected, with the reasons behind this phenomenon remaining unclear.
Feb 11, 2026 6:30 AM
— Bond Markets
Bonds Selling But Not Panicking After Super Strong Jobs Numbers
Following a strong jobs report with higher than expected payrolls and a lower unemployment rate, 10yr yields are only 4.4bps higher at 4.19%. The healthcare sector saw significant gains in employment. The annual benchmark revisions to non-farm payrolls are not a surprise to the market and do not impact the unemployment rate, serving mainly for updating models for future payroll count measurements.
Feb 10, 2026 1:33 PM
— Bond Markets
Best Levels in Weeks Ahead of High Stakes Jobs Report
Bonds saw increased buying thanks to a weak Retail Sales report, positioning in anticipation of a weak jobs report. If the jobs report surprises positively, there is a risk of a correction. Overall, there were gains in both MBS and 10yr yields throughout the day.
Feb 10, 2026 11:33 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Lowest Mortgage Rates in More Than 3 Weeks
Mortgage rates fell significantly following a downbeat Retail Sales report, with the average 30yr fixed rate dropping to 6.11%, below its recent range. The upcoming jobs report at 8:30am ET is expected to have a larger impact on rates, with recent rate rallies potentially influenced by market positioning for a negative report.
Feb 10, 2026 9:33 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Roughly Flat to Start The Week
Mortgage rates have seen very little volatility in the past 2 weeks, with rates initially rising to 6.21% in response to geopolitical drama but gradually descending since then. Today saw a 0.01% increase in the MND rate index, but overall rates remain near the lowest levels in years. The market is expected to react to the upcoming jobs report on Wednesday.
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