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Mortgage Rates Rise, Disappointing Borrowers

Updated 2026-09-08 12:25 UTC 1 source Negative

Major lenders have increased mortgage rates on new deals, disappointing borrowers who were hoping for a rate drop. This move could impact the housing market and consumer spending.

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Borrowers expecting mortgage rates to drop have hopes dashed

Major lenders have raised rates on new deals in recent days, leaving many borrowers needing to make a decision.

2026-09-08 11:59 UTC