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US Mortgage Rates Rise to Highest Level of 2026
US mortgage rates have jumped to 6.55%, marking the highest level recorded in 2026. This increase reflects a rising trend in interest rates for both mortgages and refinancing options.
16 Jul, 10:00 — 16 Jul, 16:04
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bloombergHigh26d ago
Mortgage Rates in US Rise to 6.55%, Highest Since August 2025 - Bloomberg.com
Mortgage Rates in US Rise to 6.55%, Highest Since August 2025 Bloomberg.com
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Mortgage rates jump to the highest level of 2026
Mortgage rates edged up to the highest level in a year, delivering a fresh blow to the housing market.
By Aarthi Swaminathan
Read full article →YahooMostly Factual26d ago
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First report: Yahoo · 16 Jul, 10:00|Full coverage: 3 · 6h|Window: 6h
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