August 15, 2025

US economy

Mortgage

Mortgage rates are cratering: 30-year fixed hits 6.375%

As of today (August 14, 2025) mortgage rates remain elevated to historical standards continuing to pressure buyers. However, the market is cooling. Today’s 30-year fixed rate stands at 6.375%, while the 15-year fixed is 5.5%—unchanged from earlier this week. Current mortgage rate averages Zillow Home Loans has listed the following as average rates: 30-Year Fixed:

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Investors

S&P 500, Nasdaq build on record highs

Stocks climbed again Wednesday as cooling inflation boosted investor hopes for a Federal Reserve rate cut next month. Futures rose across all major indexes after Tuesday’s record-breaking rally, keeping bullish momentum alive. Futures rise as investors eye rate cuts By early morning, U.S. stock futures pointed higher: S&P 500 futures: +0.2% Nasdaq 100 futures: +0.2%

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Investors

Stock market today rises as investors eye tariffs, earnings

U.S. stock futures rose early Friday morning as investors absorbed the latest wave of corporate earnings, new trade tariffs from the Trump administration, and news of a shakeup at the Federal Reserve. At 6 a.m. ET, Dow futures were up 0.24%, while S&P 500 futures added 0.31% and Nasdaq futures rose 0.34%. The rebound comes

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Investors

Investors ‘not quite euphoric’ but close, as share market rollercoaster roars on

This week, we’ve seen the Australian share market smash records, from fresh intra-day all-time highs (which occur during trading sessions) to record closing highs. Whichever way you cut it, the Australian share market is performing exceptionally well. It’s been a remarkable turnaround from the enormous volatility we saw in early April when US President Donald

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Mortgage

Mortgage rates today hold steady as housing market stalls

As of Tuesday, mortgage rates today are holding steady — but homebuyers are stepping back, and sellers are responding by pulling listings amid mounting affordability pressures. Current mortgage rates (August 5, 2025) Zillow Home Loans reports the following average mortgage rates today: 30-year fixed: 6.375% (APR: 6.566%) 15-year fixed: 5.500% (APR: 5.795%) 20-year fixed: 6.125%

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Mortgage

30-year fixed holds at 6.625%

Mortgage rates remain largely unchanged heading into the final weekend of July, with the 30-year fixed staying at 6.625% and the 15-year at 5.75%. As market watchers look toward the next Fed meeting, homebuyers face persistent affordability challenges despite some rate stability. Today’s mortgage rates – July 25, 2025 Zillow Home Loans reports the following

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Mortgage

30-year fixed at 6.625% as ARM rates rise

Mortgage rates continue to hover near recent highs as of July 24 with 30-year fixed loans at 6.625% and adjustable-rate mortgages trending upward. Buyers and homeowners looking to refinance are facing a tight lending environment, despite modest increases in loan applications. Current average mortgage rates According to Zillow Home Loans, today’s mortgage rates by loan

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Mortgage

30-year fixed holds at 6.625% on July 21

Mortgage rates remained mostly steady on Monday, with the average 30-year fixed rate holding at 6.625%, according to Zillow. The 15-year fixed rate sits at 5.75%, continuing to offer a lower interest option for buyers who can manage higher monthly payments. This rate stability comes at a pivotal moment, as investors and analysts prepare for

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Mortgage

30-year fixed rises and loan demand dips

As of Wednesday U.S. mortgage rates are holding steady, but rising costs are putting pressure on home loan demand. Here’s the latest on where rates stand — and what it means if you’re buying or refinancing. Today’s mortgage rates snapshot According to Zillow Home Loans, here are the current rates by loan type: 30-year fixed:

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Mortgage

Mortgage rates may crush U.S. economy

The U.S. housing market is flashing red lights, and one economist says it could be a sign of broader economic trouble ahead. With mortgage rates holding steady near 7%, housing activity across the country is slowing down—dragging down sales, new home construction, and price growth. According to Moody’s Analytics Chief Economist Mark Zandi, the trend

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