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Staying informed in a shifting market is essential. Each week, we provide a 30,000-foot view of mortgage rate movement and the economic data shaping housing and lending conditions. Here\u2019s what stood out over the past week\u2014and what to watch next.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mortgage Rate Movement<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

30-Year Fixed Rate (0 points):<\/strong>
Since Monday, January 5th, market rates are 0.125% lower week over week<\/strong>, continuing a modest downward trend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Market Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

December\u2019s economic data reinforces a clear theme: the U.S. labor market is cooling. Job growth missed expectations, revisions painted a weaker picture beneath the surface, and hiring momentum continues to slow. At the same time, housing construction fell to pandemic-era lows, highlighting persistent supply constraints that could reintroduce price pressure if demand strengthens as rates ease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Key Takeaways from Last Week<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

December Jobs Report (BLS)<\/strong>
Payrolls increased by 50,000<\/strong>, falling short of expectations. While the unemployment rate edged down to 4.4%<\/strong>, downward revisions to prior months point to underlying labor market softness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Job Growth Concentration<\/strong>
Employment gains were largely confined to health care, leisure, and hospitality<\/strong>. Excluding these sectors, overall job growth would have been negative\u2014underscoring broader weakness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Private Payrolls (ADP)<\/strong>
Private-sector employment rose by 41,000<\/strong> in December, led by medium-sized businesses. While positive, the increase missed forecasts and reflects a slowing hiring trend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Decelerating Hiring Momentum<\/strong>
The 12-month average of private job gains sits near 51,000 per month<\/strong>, compared to just 20,000 per month over the past three months<\/strong>, signaling a meaningful slowdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wage Trends<\/strong>
Job switchers continue to see stronger wage growth (6.6% year over year<\/strong>) compared to job stayers (4.4%<\/strong>), though the gap has narrowed as hiring cools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Broader Labor Market Signals<\/strong>
Rising continuing jobless claims, declining job openings, low quit rates, and subdued hiring rates all point to what economists describe as a \u201clow-fire, low-hire\u201d labor market environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Layoffs and Hiring Plans<\/strong>
While December job cut announcements remained low, total layoffs for 2025 ranked among the highest on record. Meanwhile, hiring announcements fell to a multi-decade low, reinforcing caution among employers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Housing Starts<\/strong>
Housing starts declined 4.6%<\/strong>, reaching pandemic-era lows. Building permits also fell, highlighting constrained housing supply\u2014an important factor that could support home prices if demand improves alongside lower mortgage rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking Ahead<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The middle of the week brings a heavy slate of economic data:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    \n
  • Tuesday:<\/strong> Consumer inflation data and new home sales<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Wednesday:<\/strong> Wholesale inflation, existing home sales, and retail sales<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Thursday:<\/strong> Weekly jobless claims<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    These reports will help clarify whether the cooling trends continue\u2014and how they may influence mortgage rates and housing demand in the weeks ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    As always, our team is standing by to help navigate changing market conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Cheers,<\/strong>
    Drew & Team<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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