RBI rate hike to test housing affordability, premium segment seen more resilientThe Reserve Bank of India recently raised the repo rate by 25 basis points to curb inflation. This increase is expected to raise borrowing ...
07 Oct, 2026, 07.17 PM IST
Why are U.S. Treasury yields rising again, and what do 24-year-high bond rates mean for American investors and their portfolios?Why US Treasury yields are hitting 2002 highs? U.S. Treasury yields are rising again. The Federal Reserve is one reason. It isn't the only ...
07 Oct, 2026, 06.51 PM IST
US luxury spending falls for third month as wealthy shoppers turn cautious ahead of midtermsUS credit card spending on luxury brands fell by 6% from a year earlier in September. This marked the third consecutive monthly decline lea...
07 Oct, 2026, 07.52 AM IST
Mortgage rates today climb again: What the 7.542% 30-year mortgage rate means for homebuyers, refinancing and home equityThe average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has climbed to 7.542%, up from 7.373% a week earlier. That increase adds to the cost of buying a ho...
06 Oct, 2026, 05.50 PM IST
Banks vs NBFCs: Which stocks could benefit as RBI eyes rate hike for first time in 3 years?The RBI’s expected first rate hike in three years could have a mixed impact on banks and NBFCs. While higher funding costs may pressure NBF...
06 Oct, 2026, 02.16 PM IST
- America In Focus: Unemployment rate climbs, mortgage rate hits nearly 3 year high
The US economy showed mixed signals over the past week, with consumer confidence falling to its lowest level since 2014 and mortgage rates ...
03 Oct, 2026, 10.27 PM IST
Fuel, finance shocks already hitting global economy; India better placed but not insulated: Neelkanth MishraHigher fuel costs and tighter financial conditions are significantly affecting global demand and capital costs. India is comparatively bett...
03 Oct, 2026, 04.20 PM IST
Why US stocks are rising: Nasdaq hits record after weaker jobs data cools rate-hike bets; Nike shares drop on forecastUS stocks rose, with the Nasdaq Composite hitting a record high after disappointing jobs data emerged. Lower Treasury yields and declining ...
02 Oct, 2026, 09.18 PM IST
Why are world bond markets selling off again?As inflation fears and mounting debt pressure rise, government borrowing costs have soared to unprecedented levels. The US Treasury yield, ...
01 Oct, 2026, 11.24 PM IST
Why are US bond yields rising? 30-year Treasury hits its highest level since 2004, but what does it mean for household budgets?The US bond market is executing a severe repricing of the cost of money. On Thursday, the 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.48%, a peak unse...
28 Sep, 2026, 09.02 PM IST
US house buying guide: September 27-October 3 named best week to buy a home in 2026; homebuyers could save $14,000From September 27 to October 3, 2026, prospective homebuyers could enjoy favorable market conditions that might support their purchasing de...
28 Sep, 2026, 07.21 PM IST
Mortgage Rate Today: Why mortgage refinance rates surged to 7.43% as Treasury yields hit a 40-year extreme — homeowners now face a costly questionMortgage Rate Today: Homeowners looking to reset their mortgage terms faced higher borrowing costs this week as rates climbed across every ...
28 Sep, 2026, 05.28 PM IST
Mortgage rates today September 25: 30-year rises above 7.4%, 15-year climbs to 6.647% - here’s what borrowers need to know and why mortgage rates are going higherMortgage rates today September 25: Mortgage rates have risen significantly, with the average 30-year purchase mortgage now standing at 7.47...
25 Sep, 2026, 08.45 PM IST
US Market: Bond fund managers turn cautious as yields, AI debt raise risksLeading US bond fund managers overseeing nearly $700 billion are adopting a cautious stance as Treasury yields near 5% and corporate debt v...
25 Sep, 2026, 10.04 AM IST
As mortgage rates hit a 2-year high above 7%, here’s the updated mortgage rate forecast and why US homebuyers are pulling backThe cost of borrowing money to buy a house in the United States just crossed a critical psychological line. For the first time since May 20...
24 Sep, 2026, 05.59 PM IST
US 30-year mortgage rate tops 7%, hits 2-year highThe average 30-year mortgage rate reached 7.12%, its highest since May 2024, marking a significant increase. This rise follows the recent F...
23 Sep, 2026, 08.06 PM IST
Mortgage Rate Forecast: As current 30-year US mortgage and refinance interest rates shift unexpectedly, major market forecasts reveal whether locking in today or waiting could save homeowners thousands this yearCurrent 30-year US mortgage rates and refinance rates: Borrowers navigating the housing market in late September 2026 face borrowing costs ...
23 Sep, 2026, 05.55 PM IST