On The Highway

Pending Home Sales and home price gains came in stronger than expected, while unemployment claims fell below forecasts. Read more: https://www.highway.ai/blog/january-5-2026-mortgage-market-news

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Delayed government data shows the economy grew faster than expected in Q3, while the gig economy continues to influence unemployment claims. Here’s a look at the key highlights.

• Q3 GDP Surges Past Forecasts

• Claims Data Reflects Seasonal and Gig Economy Trends

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Delayed government data showed inflation cooled more than forecasted, while the job market showed signs of softening. In housing news, sales ticked higher as inventory declined. Here’s a look at the key highlights.

• Inflation Comes in Well Below Expectations

• Delayed Jobs Reports Highlights Labor Market Weakness

• Existing Home Sales Edge Higher

• December Sees Slight Uptick in Builder Confidence

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The Fed just cut rates again, but the bigger story may be who’s sitting at the table in 2026. On this episode, we explore what the latest Fed decision and upcoming committee shifts could mean for interest rates next year.

Learn more: https://www.highway.ai/blog/the-feds-dovish-shift-in-2026

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The Fed announced its third rate cut of the year, while more labor data pointed to underlying softness in the job market. Here’s a look at the key highlights.

• Fed Delivers Third Rate Cut as Policymakers Split

• Job Openings Tick Higher, Yet Underlying Weakness Persists

• Claims Data Skewed by Holidays and Benefit Expirations

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The MBS Highway National Housing Index rose 3 points in December 2025 to 27. A year ago, the index stood at 32. Lower mortgage rates have yet to significantly boost transaction activity, but should provide a tailwind as the seasonal upswing gets going in January.

Read the full index: https://www.highway.ai/blog/december-2025-mbs-highway-housing-index

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More labor sector data is pointing to growing softness in the job market, while the latest inflation figures came in largely as expected. Here’s a look at the key highlights.

* Small Businesses Drive a Sharp Drop in Private Payrolls

* Additional Indicators Signal a Softer Job Market

* PCE Inflation Data Points to Possible Rate Cut

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Listen to the 2026 business planning workshop with Tim Braheem and Highway designed to help you build a clear, actionable plan for the year ahead. Learn the exact framework top producers use to plan their year, stay disciplined and achieve breakthrough results.

‍Tim’s step-by-step approach focuses on clarity, discipline and execution. You’ll walk through:

• Setting smart goals with purpose

• Creating granular action plans

• Mastering the 8 disciplines of origination mastery

• Designing your environment for success

This is the session that helps top producers turn intention into action. Get ready to walk away with clarity, momentum and a 2026 plan built for serious results.

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In today’s episode, Tori Fortino explains why a simple 5–10 minute morning market update can transform your professionalism. When you understand what’s happening in the financial and mortgage markets, you show up better, more confident, and ready to provide real value to your clients.

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