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Mar 15, 2026 3:34 PM
— Interest Rates
Treasury Yields Jump, 10-Year to 4.28%, 30-Year to 4.90%, Mortgage Rates Spike to 6.41%, on Inflation & Deficit Fears
The Treasury market and mortgage market experienced a rough week due to inflation fears, surging gasoline prices, and lousy inflation data. Treasury yields across the yield curve, including short-term maturities, are now at or above the Effective Federal Funds Rate, indicating rate cuts are not expected. 10-year and 30-year Treasury yields rose, and mortgage rates spiked to 6.41%. Mortgage rates k... more
Mar 8, 2026 12:36 PM
— Interest Rates
10-Year & 30-Year Treasury Yields Jump, Yield Curve Steepens, Mortgage Rates Jump too, as Inflation Fears Move to the Top
The Treasury market is facing challenges due to the haven trade, fears of inflation, and an increase in new supply. Short-term Treasury yields have spiked this year, indicating that the market no longer expects rate cuts. Mortgage rates have also increased significantly.
Nov 30, 2025 12:30 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Mortgage Rates Are Not Too High. What’s too High Are Home Prices that Exploded by 40-70% in 2 Years, Creating the “Affordability Crisis”
The article discusses how mortgage rates have recently been in a normal range in relationship to inflation, which has been steadily increasing. It highlights the impact of historically low mortgage rates, driven by QE policies, on the housing market, causing significant home price explosions. The article argues that lower mortgage rates are the problem, not the solution to the affordability crisis... more
Jul 26, 2025 8:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
Treasury Market Sees No Rate Cut by Sept., 30-Year Treasury Yield Near 5%: The Yield Curve and “Real” Mortgage Rates
The 6-month Treasury yield, which is a good predictor of rate hikes and cuts by the Fed, is currently not indicating any rate cuts within 2-3 months. The bond market is nervous about inflation, the Fed's actions, and the influx of new Treasury debt. Mortgage rates run parallel to the 10-year Treasury yield but at a higher rate, and have been in the range of 6.74% all year. Real mortgage rates have... more
Jul 13, 2025 12:00 PM
— Interest Rates
30-Year Treasury Yield Jumps to 4.96% despite “Solid” Auction, Long End of Yield Curve Steepens, Mortgage-Rate Spread Historically Wide
The 30-year Treasury yield rose despite efforts to keep it down, increasing concerns about inflation and supply absorption in the market. The Fed's rate cuts have led to an increase in the 30-year yield. There is disagreement within the FOMC about rate cuts, and the CPI report may influence future decisions. The relationship between the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate and the 10-year yield is ... more
Jun 29, 2025 5:01 AM
— Mortgage Rates
The Historically Wide Spread between the 10-Year Treasury Yield and Mortgage Rates Widened Again: Some Thoughts
The article discusses the movements in Treasury yields, mortgage rates, and spreads between them. It mentions the historical context of mortgage rates and how they are influenced by Fed policy like QE and QT. It explains how the widening spreads are causing relatively higher mortgage rates.
May 25, 2025 5:00 AM
— Interest Rates
30-Year & 20-Year Treasury Yields Back over 5%, 10-Year over 4.5%, Yield Curve Steepens at Long End, Mortgage Rates Back over 7%
The article discusses the rise in Treasury yields, the impact on bond prices, the current mortgage rates, and the factors affecting the bond market. It highlights the increase in 30-year fixed mortgage rates above 7% for the last few days and how these rates have fluctuated over the years. It also touches on the concerns around rising inflation, the actions of the Fed, and the growing deficit, all... more
May 10, 2025 3:00 AM
— Mortgage Rates
10-year Treasury Yield Back at 4.39%, Yield Curve Steepens at Long End, Mortgage-Rate Spread Remains Historically Wide
The article discusses the recent fluctuations in the 10-year Treasury yield and its impact on mortgage rates. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has been above 6% since September 2022, with the spread between the 10-year Treasury yield and mortgage rates remaining relatively wide. The article also touches on the Federal Reserve's stance on rate cuts, the impact of foreign buyers on Treasury a... more
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