Morningstar, Inc. - October 16, 2025
Why Mortgage Rates Might Not Keep Falling
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 Morning DigestOctober 16, 2025 Sarah Hansen The Fed is cutting interest rates, but analysts expect mortgage rates to remain relatively steady at around 6% in 2026. 
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