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29.04.202611:00:00UTC+00U.S. Mortgage Market Index Slips to 298.5, Signaling Softer Housing Activity

The U.S. Mortgage Market Index edged lower in the latest reading, declining from 303.3 to 298.5, according to data updated on 29 April 2026. The move marks a modest pullback in overall mortgage market activity compared with the previous period.

While the drop is not dramatic, the sub-300 reading underscores a slight cooling in mortgage demand, which can reflect shifts in refinancing interest, home purchase applications, or broader sentiment in the housing sector. Market participants will be watching upcoming releases closely to see whether this dip is the start of a more persistent slowdown or simply a short-term fluctuation within an otherwise stable trend.

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