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Jobs Report: U.S. Economy Adds 175,000 in April
Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 175,000 in April, per the Bureau of Labor Statistics.
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MBA Advocacy Update: Federal Reserve Maintains Federal Funds Rate; Treasury Secretary Yellen Unveils “Green Book,” Defends Biden FY2025 Budget Proposal
This week’s top legislative and policy news from the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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MCT Survey: Industry Experts Optimistic on Volume
Mortgage Capital Trading, San Diego, recently surveyed more than 100 industry professionals on their outlook for the market in 2024. Almost three quarters--74.1%--expect their mortgage volume to be higher this year than in 2023.