Economics ❯ Monetary Policy ❯ Federal Reserve ❯ Interest Rate Decisions

Economic Impact

U.S. Mortgage Rate Hits 6.22%, 2026 High, as Applications Drop

Rising oil prices tied to the Iran conflict have pushed Treasury yields higher, driving the latest increase in borrowing costs.

Mortgage Rates Hover Near 6% as Fed Expected to Hold and Applications Slip

New-Home Sales Jump 20.5% in August to 800,000 Pace, Highest Since Early 2022

Trump Moves to Remove Fed Governor Lisa Cook Over Mortgage Allegations

Global Central Banks Hold Rates Steady as Easing Inflation Opens Door for Cuts