The rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage has started to fall since peaking in October, and mortgage rates appear poised to fall further, despite continuing headwinds.
Pump prices have fallen more than 16% from highs in mid-September. Recent OPEC moves and seasonal patterns, however, could stop the declines after New Year's.
The S&P 500 closed this past week at its highest level of the year, and the major averages are close to tops last seen in early 2022. While optimism for December remains high, some analysts worry the run-up has been too big, too fast.
The S&P 500 closed this past week at its highest level of the year, and the major averages are close to tops last seen in early 2022. While optimism for December remains high, some analysts worry the run-up has been too big, too fast.