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Mortgage rates climb back above 7% after Moody's U.S. debt downgrade

Mortgage rates jumped higher on Monday following Moody's downgrade of U.S. debt, adding to the headwinds facing homebuyers.

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HousingWire · 6d

How will Moody’s downgrade of US debt affect mortgage rates?

Any adverse reaction from this event may lead mortgage rates toward 7.25% or higher, which would be the year-to-date high in 2025.

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Higher Mortgage Rates? Steeper Inflation? What the U.S. Credit Downgrade Could Mean

The dip in the U.S. credit rating indicates that ratings agencies believe the government is at a higher risk of default on its debt. While the U.S. rating still remains relatively high, the decrease may make investors more hesitant to lend to the government, and demand higher compensation for lending in the form of higher interest rates.

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Today's Mortgage Rates | Rates Near 7% as Economic Fears Grow

These are today's mortgage and refinance rates. Mortgage rates rose this week as investors weighed the GOP tax bill, a credit ...

Mortgage rates are climbing again. Here’s what’s happening

Mortgage rates are once again above 7% according to a daily index that cites concerns over spending in President Donald Trump ...

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Here’s what’s behind the U.S. losing its top credit rating, and why it matters

Changes to the country’s credit rating impact interest consumers pay on household debt like mortgages, car loans and credit ...

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Mortgage rates climb above 7% after Moody's U.S. debt downgrade

The advisory firm expects "limited additional market impact" following the initial reactions to the Moody's move. By contrast, elevated mortgage rates are likely to persist, while aspiring ...

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