Mortgage rates hinge on Fed policy, inflation, and market reactions. Experts highlight the delicate balance: rate cuts may not aid buyers if inflation persists or the Fed acts under political pressure. Reducing inflation & high employment are key.
July's economic index is forecasted at 95.4. Data releases, the Fed's meeting, and trade deal deadlines will reveal the economy's health. Home sales, mortgage applications, and consumer confidence are key indicators.
Jerome Powell faces criticism over Fed rate policy, Trump's tariff impact, and allegations of misleading Congress about Fed spending. Future rate cuts depend on economic data analysis.
Fed officials debate rate cuts amidst economic uncertainty and political pressure. Powell emphasizes a cautious, data-driven approach, while others advocate for earlier action. Inflation and tariffs remain key factors.
As of today, I believe it is important to start the rate cutting process at our next meeting," Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller said in a Sept. 6 speech at the University of Notre Dame.
