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Last Update2025-07-16
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Event Overview
Mortgage rates have slightly decreased, with top-tier 30-year fixed-rate mortgages ranging between 6.8% and 7.0% over the past two months. A minor rise of 0.04% was noted on Friday, but the overall trend remains stable. The Mortgage Bankers Association reported a rebound in mortgage applications after a Memorial Day slowdown, though recent data shows a slight dip. The bond market has been steady, influenced by weaker economic reports. The Federal Reserve's upcoming decision is expected to affect rates further.
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Mortgage Rates Dip Slightly Ahead of Federal Reserve Decision
Mortgage rates have shown a slight decline in recent days, operating within a narrow range of 6.8% to 7.0% for top-tier 30-year fixed-rate mortgages over the past two months. On Friday, the top-tier 30-year fixed mortgage rate index rose by 0.04%, a modest increase that, while notable, did not significantly alter the broader trend. The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) reported a sharp rebound in mortgage application activity last week following a Memorial Day-induced lull. Rates offered today are marginally lower than those on June 4th, which marked the best day for rates since early in the year. The bond market has been relatively stable, with a minor rally observed on Wednesday, though the week has been largely uneventful for mortgage rates. The MBA's latest survey indicated a slight dip in mortgage applications after a three-week climb, with rates easing slightly. The bond market has been influenced by weaker economic data, including the ADP and ISM reports, which have contributed to a modest rally. The Federal Reserve's upcoming decision is anticipated to further impact mortgage rates, with the market currently in a state of cautious anticipation.