Demand Stalls Interest

Mortgage demand stalls as interest rates surge higher ahead of election

Total mortgage application volume was essentially flat, falling 0.1% compared with the previous week.

Business - CNBC - 5 hours ago

Weekly mortgage demand tanks 17%, after interest rates hit the highest level since August

Mortgage interest rates rose last week for the third straight week, hitting the highest level since August.

Business - CNBC - October 16

Mortgage demand drops to its lowest level since July, as interest rates return to summer highs

Total mortgage application volume dropped 6.7% from the previous week, hitting its lowest level since July

Business - CNBC - October 23

Saudi Arabia’s Push Into Tennis Stalls

Months of discussions between Saudi sports leaders and tennis executives have led to almost no progress on a potential tournament in the country.

Sports - The New York Times - October 16

China to boost lending for stalled property projects to $560bn

Beijing is trying to restore confidence in economy amid prolonged real estate slowdown

Business - Financial Times - October 17

Brambles Reaffirms Guidance Despite Stalling U.S. Volumes

The pallet maker said it affirmed guidance despite lower September-quarter demand from existing U.S. customers.

Business - The Wall Street Journal - 6 days ago

A Top Chess Player Is Disqualified After a Phone Is Found in a Bathroom Stall

Kirill Shevchenko, a grandmaster who represents Romania, has been accused of getting assistance from a computer in the middle of games.

World - The New York Times - October 17

Apple Headset Stalls, Struggles to Attract Killer Apps in First Year

Many of the most successful virtual-reality software developers haven’t built apps for the Vision Pro headset, leading some users to opt out.

Tech - The Wall Street Journal - October 18

Apple’s Sales in China Are Stalling. What Will It Sacrifice to Turn Things Around?

With iPhone sales down and Apple Intelligence banned, Apple looks ready to compromise.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

Alphabet’s stock has stalled. Can earnings serve as a catalyst?

Alphabet will report results on Tuesday afternoon.

Business - MarketWatch - 2 days ago

Where interest rates are heading

The neutral ‘R-star’ level will be higher but the more notable change will be a steepening of the bond yield curve

World - Financial Times - October 14

LOOK: Ravens' Tyler Linderbaum has one of the worst snaps you'll ever see to stall drive vs. Commanders

What was Linderbaum doing?

Sports - CBS Sports - October 13

Blinken urges Israel to seek enduring deal, as officials say a limited cease-fire has been discussed

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says Israel needs to pursue an “enduring strategic success” in Gaza after its tactical victories against Hamas

World - ABC News - October 23

American interest rates need to rise

Lessons for the US from the Brazilian canary in the coal mine

World - Financial Times - October 15

FirstFT: Uber explored bid for travel website Expedia

Also in today’s newsletter, Kamala Harris locks horns with Fox News interviewer Bret Baier and Wall Street roars back

World - Financial Times - October 17

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.

Will HELOC interest rates fall in November?

HELOC interest rates have been falling this fall, but will they continue to do so in November? Here's what to know.

Ashley demands to be made Boohoo chief

Tycoon’s Frasers Group claims fast-fashion retailer is being ‘mismanaged’ after building 27% stake

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

Expedia stock jumps on report of acquisition interest by Uber

Shares of Expedia Group Inc. jumped more than 7% in after-hours trading Wednesday after the Financial Times reported Uber Technologies Inc. was considering a bid to buy the online travel company.

Business - MarketWatch - October 17

Here's how interest rates impact gold prices

When interest rates drop, gold prices often rise — but there are also other factors at play.

Knicks showing interest in signing sharpshooter Matt Ryan

With the Knicks still needing to add a couple of players to their roster over the first few weeks of the season, SNY's Ian Begley has confirmed that veteran sharpshooter Matt Ryan is on their radar.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - October 22

Knicks, Matt Ryan have mutual interest -- but it's complicated

Sharpshooter Matt Ryan and the Knicks certainly have mutual interest in working out a deal, but it’s a little complicated.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 6 days ago

How much interest will a $50,000 CD earn now?

A $50,000 CD opened now could result in thousands of dollars worth of earned interest. Here's what to know.

Report: Warriors' Kuminga drawing Nets offseason interest

The Brooklyn Nets reportedly could have interest in signing Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga to an offer sheet in the offseason.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 4 days ago

Sources: WRs Johnson, Kirk draw trade interest

Two receivers who have generated the most conversation ahead of the NFL trade deadline are Carolina's Diontae Johnson and Jacksonville's Christian Kirk, sources told ESPN.

Sports - ESPN - 3 days ago

Carried interest: private equity’s tax break

The lower-taxed performance fee has helped buyout firms’ executives amass personal fortunes

Business - Financial Times - 3 days ago

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.

Private equity eyes a deal with Reeves on carried interest

Labour’s agenda highlights tension between raising taxes and courting internationally mobile financiers

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Sporting confirm Man Utd interest in Amorim

Manchester United are interested in appointing Sporting boss Ruben Amorim as their new manager and are willing to pay his 10m euros (£8.3m) release clause, the Portuguese club say.

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