August 24, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week sharply lower which put significant upward pressure on rates. Rates worsened Monday and Tuesday, recovered some of the losses Wednesday, and ended the week negatively. The US Treasury signaled intentions to purchase bonds which resulted in some wild market swings in a positive way … Continue reading Market Watch →

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August 17, 2026 Market Comment Mortgage bond prices finished the week nearly unchanged, which held rates flat. Rates worsened Monday, recovered the losses and more Thursday, and ended on a negative note Friday. Inflation, oil prices, and Middle East uncertainty continued to factor into trading. The data was mixed with some signs of economic weakness. … Continue reading Market Watch →