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23 Jul 2026, 17:05 UTC · 2h ago

Mortgage Rates Rise to Highest Level in Almost a Year

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Oil prices have hit $100 a barrel following the U.S. war in Iran. — High energy costs act as a tax on consumers and businesses, fueling inflation and depressing corporate margins.
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U.S. Treasury yields are rising sharply. — Rising yields increase borrowing costs for governments and corporations and typically discount the valuation of equities.
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Mortgage rates are expected to increase. — Higher mortgage rates reduce demand in the housing market and lower residential investment.
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