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Tag Archives | Inflation
Negative Headlines in Europe Lead to Increases in Bonds – Market Update
As a result of some negative headlines across the pond in Europe, mortgage bonds are up. Inflation indicators are showing a decrease in inflation rates, [...]
FOMC Meeting Ends, Questions Still Remain
Many were hoping for changes in policy to help foster and stimulate economic growth. If you were betting on big changes, you just got robbed.
Winterize Your Home And Save on Heating Costs
Here is a list of four cheap and easy tweaks to seal up and insulate your home that will surely lower your heating bill this winter.
Mortgage Backed Securities and Treasuries Up as China Raises Interest Rates – Market Update
Mortgage backed securities and Treasuries are up on news that China has raised interest rates for the 3rd time this year in an attempt to control their inflation. The MBA mortgage application report showed that applications fell by 5.2% last week.
Increased Demand for Government Debt Continues – Market Update
Bonds had their second weekly gain yesterday as debt problems in Europe and slowing growth in the U.S. economy increased demand for government debt. Today, Treasuries and mortgage bonds have retreated off yesterday’s highs as some inflation measures showed an increase, as expected. However, these inflation measures remain low relative to historical standards.
Treasury Yields Close to Lowest Levels of the Year – Market Update
Treasury and mortgage bonds are lower from yesterday’s close. Treasury yields are close to the lowest levels of the year as speculation continues that economic growth in the U.S. will not be sufficient to fuel inflation.
Federal Reserve Announcement – Not Just for Finance Geeks!
At Quicken Loans, we like to make things EASY. So, we put our simplifying superpowers to good use and translated the Very Official Press Release from the Federal Reserve for your enjoyment.
Treasuries and Mortgage Bonds Higher After US Consumer Prices Increase Less Than Predicted – Market Update
Treasuries and mortgage bonds are higher this morning after U.S. consumer prices, excluding food and fuel, increased less than predicted in March. This data points [...]
Bonds Drop Following Decline in Job Claims Report – Market Update
Bonds opened relatively unchanged this morning and then subsequently dropped following a decline in the initial job claims report. In other news, the European Central Bank raised their rates by .25 percent in an effort to curb inflation. That decision came not long after Portugal put in a request for a bailout, which estimates say could reach $130 billion, and also at a time when many countries are in need of capital.
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