Mortgage Rates Hover at 7.4%, Highest Since 2023

New York Times - Oct 15, 2026

The average 30-year, fixed-rate mortgage has steadily risen in recent weeks, compounding affordability challenges for many Americans.

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How backlash against data centres could shape the US midterm elections

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How much is the minimum wage?

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