Tag: Economic indicators
Minimize Risk with Stable Morning Rally Movement
Market Update: Bond Prices Steady After Morning RallyIn the fast-paced world of financial markets, every move counts. The morning of February 20, 2025, brought...
Rising Mortgage Rates Impact Market Trends
Mortgage Rates on the Rise: A Closer Look at the Market ImpactAfter a brief reprieve, mortgage rates are on the move again, with lenders...
Annual Producer Prices: Decent Start and Higher Trends
Annual Producer Prices: A Promising Start and Growing TrendsThis morning, economic data unveiled a mixed bag of results, with weekly jobless claims meeting expectations...
Mortgage Rates Revert to Previous Levels
Mortgage Rates Revert to Previous LevelsMortgage rates experienced a significant spike yesterday in response to a higher inflation reading in the Consumer Price Index...
January Consumer Prices Soar 0.5%, Annual Rate Hits 3%
In January, consumer prices surged by 0.5%, surpassing expectations and intensifying pressure on the Federal Reserve to maintain interest rates. The Bureau of Labor...
Lowest Mortgage Rates Since December 17th
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Levels in Nearly Two MonthsIn a surprising turn of events, the end of this week brought a pleasant surprise...
Fed rate cuts unlikely due to hot CPI, Powell cautious.
A pivotal shift in market dynamics has set the stage for a recalibration in Federal Reserve policy, as recent data points to a postponement...
Retail Sales Spark Logic in Paradoxical Rally
Retail Sales Spark Logic in Paradoxical RallyIn the fast-paced world of finance, yesterday's market rally left many scratching their heads in confusion. Driven by...
January Retail Sales Drop by 0.9%: Exceeding Expectations
In January, consumers exhibited a sharp decline in spending, hinting at potential economic growth challenges ahead, as reported by the Commerce Department. Retail sales...
Top Weekly Performance Following Negative Economic Data
What a rollercoaster ride it has been for the bond market this week. Just when it seemed like all hope was lost on Wednesday,...
Producer Prices Report Indicates Lower Fed Inflation Measure
The latest Producer Prices Report reveals a surprising increase in wholesale prices in January, suggesting a potential shift in inflation trends. The Bureau of...
Impact of CPI on Bond Market: Analysis and Reactions
On a chilly Wednesday morning, the financial world was abuzz with the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data release. The numbers were in, and...
Wednesday’s Inflation Data: Expectations and Insights
As the financial markets continue to fluctuate, all eyes are on the upcoming release of Wednesday's inflation data. With bonds experiencing losses overnight in...
Wednesday Consumer Price Report: Inflation Outlook
The latest Consumer Price Report released on Wednesday unveils a worrying outlook on inflation, stirring concerns among investors and policymakers alike. As the Federal...
Market Analysis: Limited Movement Despite Initial Surge and Consistent Selling
Bond market trading on Monday, February 10, 2025, proved to be uneventful, with minimal movement despite early excitement and consistent selling throughout the day....
Trump focused on 10-year Treasury yield, won’t push Fed to cut...
The Trump administration, led by U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent, is shifting its focus from pressuring the Federal Reserve to cut rates...
U.S. Economy: Job Growth Slows, Unemployment Rate Drops to 4%
The U.S. Economy in January 2024: A RecapIn January 2024, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report highlighting key statistics regarding job...
Refinance Applications Increase with Lower Rates
Refinance Requests Surge with Decreased RatesIn the ever-evolving landscape of mortgage rates, the methods of measurement can sometimes present conflicting conclusions. Daily and weekly...
Weekly Mortgage Rate Update: Rates Lower Despite Friday’s Bounce
Mortgage Rates Stay Steady Despite Jobs ReportMortgage rates experienced a slight decrease throughout the week, despite a modest bounce on Friday following the release...
Wednesday’s Mortgage Rates Hold Steady
Wednesday's Mortgage Rates Hold SteadyMortgage rates remained steady on Wednesday, maintaining the positive momentum that began the day before. The average lender saw a...
Private Payrolls Report: 183K Jobs Added in January
A recent report released by ADP has shed light on the current state of the job market in the United States, revealing that private...
Bonds Rally: Prevailing Range Analysis & Insights
Bonds Rally Back to Prevailing RangeIn the fast-paced world of financial markets, every day brings new challenges and opportunities. Such was the case on...
Job Openings Decline Sharply to 7.6 Million in December
Job Openings Plummet to 7.6 Million in DecemberIn a surprising turn of events, job openings took a sharp nosedive in December, according to the...
Bargain Alert: Lowest Rates in a Month, Catch Included
Mortgage Rates Hit Lowest Levels in Over a Month, But Is It Worth It?If you've been keeping an eye on the housing market or...
US GDP Growth Slows to 2.3% in Q4
The US Economy in Review: A Deep Dive into the 2024 Fourth Quarter ReportIn a recent report by the Commerce Department, it was revealed...
Fed Meeting Recap: Bonds React Calmly to Unexciting Day
The Federal Reserve Meeting: A Day of Surprising Calm in the Bond MarketAs the clock ticked towards the highly-anticipated Federal Reserve announcement, the financial...
CPI Report Exceeded Market Expectations: Analysis and Impact
**CPI Report Exceeded Market Expectations: Analysis and Impact****Who:** Investors, analysts, and economists were taken aback by the unexpected reaction in the bond market to...
Uncovering Market Trends: Negative Momentum vs. Normal Market Movers
**Uncovering Market Trends: Negative Momentum vs. Normal Market Movers**On Tuesday, Jan 14, 2025, the financial market experienced a significant shift in momentum, with broad...
Euro Zone Inflation Reaches 2.4% in December: Meeting Expectations
Euro Zone Inflation Reaches 2.4% in December: Meeting ExpectationsAnnual inflation in the euro zone saw a steady increase for the third consecutive month, hitting...
October Labor Report: Job Openings Surge, Hiring Declines
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released a report on Tuesday revealing a surge in job openings paired with a decline in hiring during the...