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  • The Fed's Beige Book said trade uncertainty, especially around tariffs, dragged down outlooks across several U.S. regions.
  • Durable goods orders surged 9.2% in March, driven by a rush to buy big-ticket items like autos and appliances ahead of impending tariffs.
  • Jobless claims rose slightly to 222K. The labor market remained steady as businesses avoided layoffs despite economic and tariff uncertainties.  

Housing News

  • Existing home sales fell 5.9% in March, the largest monthly drop since November 2022. The median sales price was $403,700, up 2.7% year over year.
  • However, new home sales jumped 7.4% in March. Buyers took advantage of lower mortgage rates and a growing supply of newly constructed homes.
  • The median price of a new home fell to $403,600, 7.5% lower year over year, as builders and buyers focused on smaller, more affordable homes. 

Market Minute Report - Mortgage News