Jennifer BlauNo Scary Surprises: Cool Inflation Readings Light the Path for Lower Rates. Inflation Reports, Fed Outlook, and Mortgage Outlook
Jennifer BlauFor weeks, the market has been anticipating the Fed to cut rates. Why did rates actually rise this week on the news?
Jennifer BlauThe Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut rates next week, but history shows that Fed cuts don’t always translate into lower mortgage rates — at least not right away.
Jennifer BlauThe administration announced it is considering 11 candidates to potentially succeed Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, whose term ends in May 2026. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will conduct interviews as part of the selection process. While Powell is still expected to serve out his full term, attention is already shifting toward what a change in leadership could mean for monetary policy—and the broader economy.