Mortgage Market News: Job Market Slows, Inflation Below Forecasts

Delayed government data showed inflation cooled more than forecasted, while the job market showed signs of softening. In housing news, sales ticked higher as inventory declined.

On The Highway · Mortgage Market News: Job Market Slows, Inflation Below Forecasts

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Delayed government data showed inflation cooled more than forecasted, while the job market showed signs of softening. In housing news, sales ticked higher as inventory declined. Here’s a look at the key highlights.

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• Inflation Comes in Well Below Expectations
• Delayed Jobs Reports Highlights Labor Market Weakness
• Existing Home Sales Edge Higher
• December Sees Slight Uptick in Builder Confidence

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