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Surge in US Mortgage Applications: A 20.4% Jump Signals Spring Homebuying Season

US mortgage applications surged by 20.4% last week, driven by lower interest rates and a strong start to the spring homebuying season, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association...

Economy

Surprising Slowdown: US Private Sector Adds Only 77,000 Jobs in February

The US private sector added only 77,000 jobs in February, falling short of expectations. The goods-producing sector added 42,000 jobs, while small businesses lost 12,000 positions....

Economy

February Sees a Modest Rise in US Private Payrolls with 77,000 New Jobs

In February, the US private sector added 77,000 jobs, missing analysts' expectations. The goods-producing and service sectors saw growth, while small businesses declined. Wage incr...

Economy

Surge in US Mortgage Applications: A 20.4% Leap Forward

US mortgage applications surged by 20.4% recently, with a notable decrease in the average contract interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. The purchase and refinance indice...

Economy

Surge in US Mortgage Applications: A 20.4% Jump Signals Strong Housing Market Momentum

US mortgage applications have surged by 20.4%, with a notable decrease in interest rates to 6.73%. The purchase and refinance indices also show significant growth, signaling a robu...

Economy

Surge in US Mortgage Applications: A 20.4% Jump Signals Strong Spring Homebuying Season

US mortgage applications have risen by 20.4%, with a notable drop in interest rates to 6.73% for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages. Both purchase and refinance indicators have increased...

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Singapore's US$600 Vouchers: A Temporary Relief Amid Rising Costs, Says PM Lawrence Wong

Singapore introduces the SG60 package, offering up to SGD800 to citizens to combat rising costs. PM Lawrence Wong emphasizes long-term strategies over temporary relief, focusing on...

Economy

Swiss Inflation Rate Dips Slightly to 0.3% in February: A Closer Look

Switzerland's inflation rate slightly decreased to 0.3% in February, with the consumer price index rising by 0.6% monthly. Higher prices in clothing, footwear, and transport contri...