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US mortgage rates and Federal Reserve interest rate hike

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Latest: US mortgage rates exceed 7% for the first time since January 2025

By mid-September 2026, U.S. mortgage rates reached 14-month highs, with some reports from Mortgage News Daily placing rates as high as 7.07%. This surge is driven by rising inflation concerns and geopolitical instability

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Remote and hybrid job openings in India and Sri Lanka

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Latest: Various remote and hybrid job opportunities announced

Various remote and hybrid employment opportunities have been announced in India and Sri Lanka across several sectors. Initial announcements focused on specialized technology roles, including a Principal Software Develop

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U.S. consumer financial pressure and payment trends

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Latest: US consumers face financial pressure and shifting payment preferences

U.S. consumer financial sentiment has shown a trend of increasing vulnerability regarding emergency preparedness. Earlier data indicated that while many Americans felt in control of day-to-day finances, approximately 33%

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US mortgage rates and Treasury yields fluctuate

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Latest: U.S. Treasury yields hit 5% amid rising debt and AI spending

U.S. mortgage rates and Treasury yields have experienced significant upward pressure through late July and early August 2026. In late July, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate reached 6.66%, a one-year high, as the 1

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US Labor Day weekend travel and weather

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Latest: Labor Day travelers face record gas prices and heavy traffic

As the Labor Day weekend progressed, travelers encountered record-breaking costs and significant congestion across the United States. Fuel prices exceeded previous estimates, with AAA reporting a national average of app

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Rising global back-to-school costs

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Latest: Back-to-school costs rise amid inflation and tech demand

Families and educational institutions are facing rising costs for back-to-school essentials due to inflation and increased demand for technology. In Barbados, the Eden Lodge Youth Charitable Trust increased its programm

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