The US housing market may be trapped in a prolonged freeze
Fannie Mae economists predicted in a revised forecast that the U.S. housing market faces a prolonged downturn due to high mortgage rates and limited supply.
Fed's Powell signals inflation fight not over, more rate hikes possible
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell warned that inflation remains "too high" during his keynote address at the annual central bank meeting in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on Friday.
Home price growth reaches highest level since last year: Redfin
Home prices increased 2.6% from last year, Redfin reported. And a lack of housing inventory could be placing barriers to homeownership and driving up prices. Still, the Fed's doubts over a possible recession may fuel a housing rebound.
Fed's Powell may open the door to another rate hike in Jackson Hole speech
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell may leave the door open to another interest rate hike during his keynote speech in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, on Friday.
Mortgage rates leap to 22-year high
The average rate on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage climbed to 7.23% this week, the highest since 2001, according to the latest data from Freddie Mac.
DeSantis, Christie unite in criticism of ‘Bidenomics’ in GOP debate opener
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie united in their criticism of President Biden's economic policies in response to the GOP debate's opening question.
Mortgage demand falls to lowest level since 1995 as rates surge
Home-purchase applications tumbled last week to the lowest level in nearly three decades as a spike in rates and limited availability weighed on demand.
Americans depend on credit cards more than ever: survey
Americans are relying on credit cards and many said they can’t pay off their balances, according to a Quicken survey.
S&P downgrades multiple US banks citing 'tough' lending environment
S&P Global Ratings downgraded five regional U.S. banks by one notch and lowered its outlook for several other lenders, following a similar move by Moody's.
Existing home sales continue to slide amid supply shortage, steep mortgage rates
The sale of previously owned homes slumped again in July as high mortgage rates and worsening supply shortage left would-be buyers with limited options.
Mortgage delinquency rates return to record low: CoreLogic
Mortgages in delinquency returned to a historic low in May, while foreclosures remained at an all-time low, according to the latest mortgage delinquency report from CoreLogic.
Bitcoin’s problem may be bond yields
Bitcoin took a sharp leg down to the $25,000 level as investors speculated about SpaceX's holdings, but there may be another major headwind for cryptocurrencies — rising bond yields.
Gas prices fire up as summer draws to a close: AAA
The national average price for a gallon of gas increased this week despite a decrease in oil prices, AAA reported. But severe weather could have a major impact on gas prices in the weeks to come.
The US is paying a record amount of interest on its national debt
Total interest on the national debt is poised to become the priciest part of the federal budget, outstripping spending on Medicare and Social Security.
Americans burning through excess savings from the pandemic, SF Fed study says
U.S. households are rapidly depleting the excess savings that they built up during the COVID-19 pandemic thanks to a surge of government stimulus money.
Fed officials see ongoing inflation risks that could require more rate hikes, minutes show
Federal Reserve officials warned of "upside risks" to inflation during their July meeting that could warrant additional interest rate hikes this year.
Housing starts rise more than expected in July despite high mortgage rates
New U.S. home construction rose 3.9% in July after declining the previous month, even as high mortgage rates continued to weigh on the housing market.
Homebuilder sentiment plummets as mortgage rates surge again
Sentiment among U.S. homebuilders unexpectedly fell in August for the first time this year as high mortgage rates weighed on consumer demand for new homes.
Payments for new cars squeeze buyers amid inflation, high interest rates
Buyers in search of a new car are facing record high payments due to inflation driving up sticker prices and higher interest rates causing financing costs to rise.
Retail sales rise more than expected as consumers pick up spending
Retail sales rose more than expected in July as U.S. consumers continued to open their wallets and spend, even as they confronted an uptick in inflation.