Mortgage delinquencies ticked up in September for the 4th month in a row

Rising interest rates and hurricane-related pressures are driving an increase in late mortgage payments, Intercontinental Exchange says.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 hours ago

Construction spending ticks up to four-month high in September

Construction spending rose 0.1% in September, the Commerce Department reported Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - 4 days ago

Benefits, interest rates and pensions - how September's inflation figure affects you

The cost of living is always important but this month's has a particular extra impact for millions of people.

Why mortgage rates are back up to nearly 7%

The average 30-year mortgage rate has surged over the course of October, returning to highs last seen in the summer.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

The difference between Harris and Starmer

A cautious politician is easier to elect than an ambiguous one

Business - Financial Times - October 16

‘A disappointment to home buyers’: Mortgage rates surge to a two-month high

The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging 6.44%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

China's September Auto Sales Reverse Five-Month Declines

China’s passenger-vehicle sales rose in September, reversing five months of declines thanks to supportive government policies and improving consumer sentiment.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 12

U.S. factory orders tumble in September, for fourth drop in the past five months

Orders for manufactured goods fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Monday. It is the fourth decline in orders in the past five months.

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College Football Power Rankings: Ole Miss plummets, Notre Dame ticks up after dramatic Week 7 slate

The Rebels let one slip away against LSU on Saturday, and it led to Lane Kiffin's team sliding down the rankings

Sports - CBS Sports - October 14

Bird flu cases in people quietly tick up, with dozens reported across 6 states

Four new cases of bird flu were detected in farmworkers in Washington state this week. Human infections have cropping in six states as the virus spreads among farm animals.

AP Top 25 poll: Ohio State ticks up to No. 3, Clemson plummets in college football rankings

A chaotic weekend filled with upsets created plenty of movement in Sunday's poll

Sports - CBS Sports - 2 days ago

Mortgage rates rise for the fourth week in a row. But in these states, it’s still cheaper to buy than to rent.

The 30-year mortgage rate is averaging at 6.54%, Freddie Mac said in its latest weekly survey on Thursday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

Pending home sales jump to six-month high as lower mortgage rates draw buyers in

U.S. pending home sales rose 7.4% in September, the National Association of Realtors said on Wednesday.

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Import prices fall for second straight month in September, led by drop in cost of fuel

The U.S. import price index fell 0.4% in September, the Labor Department said Wednesday. This is the second straight monthly decline due to lower fuel prices.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

10-year Treasury yield slips from 3-month closing high as buyers step in

Demand from overseas buyers of U.S. government debt helped push yields slightly lower on Thursday, but not far from their highest levels in two or three months.

Business - MarketWatch - October 24

NordVPN Coupon: Up to 74% Off + 3 Months Free

Save 74% and get 3 months free when you sign up for a 2-year plan with this NordVPN discount code.

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Consumer Fears of Credit Card Delinquency Rise

A monthly New York Fed survey finds that while people felt generally positive about inflation, income, and jobs, fear of failing to make debt payments rose to a four-year high.

Business - Inc. - October 16

The Clock Is Ticking on LeBron James and the Lakers

This season could decide how James’s partnership with the superstar Anthony Davis ultimately ends, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - October 22

How long can delinquent credit card debt be collected?

The timeline for collecting late credit card debt may surprise you. Here's how long debt collectors can pursue it.

Vulnerable time for Europe as clock ticks down for Biden

The days of US largesse are expected to end as soon as the current president steps down in January.

Pending home sales took an unexpected leap higher last month, but rates have climbed back up

The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage was coming down all through August and touched its most recent low of 6.11% on Sept. 11.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

'We earn £100,000 together. We are not worse off after the Budget'

People tell the BBC how much they earn and what they made of the Budget.

Will mortgage interest rates fall this November?

Mortgage rates are poised to fluctuate in November, but in what direction? Here's what to know now.

As Mets Show Fatigue in N.L.C.S., Time Could Be Ticking on Their Magical Season

The Mets face elimination after falling to the Dodgers, 10-2, in the National League Championship Series.

Sports - The New York Times - October 18

Jobless rate ticks higher in October for white Americans, bucking the broader trend

The unemployment rate for white workers crept higher in October, running counter to the overall trend.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

Pound falls as UK inflation declines more than expected to 1.7%

First reading below Bank of England’s target in 3 years opens door to more rate cuts this year

Business - Financial Times - October 16

New-home construction dips in September, as builders await rate cuts

Construction on new U.S. homes fell 0.5% in September, the Commerce Department said Friday.

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Yin wins Shanghai tourney for 4th LPGA victory

Ruoning Yin shot an 8-under 64 in the final round to win the LPGA Buick Shanghai tournament.

Sports - ESPN - October 14

LeBron dazzles in 4th but stresses Lakers 'a team'

LeBron James said his fourth-quarter burst in Saturday's win over the Kings isn't something that will be necessary for entire games for the Lakers to win this season.

Sports - ESPN - October 27

Sixers' Embiid, George out for 4th straight game

Sixers stars Joel Embiid and Paul George, who both participated in practice, will not play in Tuesday's game vs. Detroit and have yet to make their season debuts.

Sports - ESPN - October 29

Henderson the 4th top-35 player headed to Duke

Shelton Henderson, one of the top-10 small forwards in the 2025 class, committed to Duke on Saturday giving the Blue Devils their fourth top-35 commit in the cycle.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

Cowboys trade 4th-rounder to Panthers for Mingo

The Panthers are trading receiver Jonathan Mingo to the Cowboys.

Sports - ESPN - 3 hours ago

Mortgage rates surge, putting a damper on home buying and refinancing

Mortgage applications fell 17% in the past week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

How to know if mortgage refinancing makes sense now

As mortgage rates decline, some homeowners may want to consider refinancing now. Here's what to know now.

What's the mortgage interest rate forecast for November 2024?

After falling in September, mortgage interest rates rose again in October. Here's what could happen this November.

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