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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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
In today’s episode, Megan Anderson unpacks how the Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages revealed significant revisions to job growth data, showing the labor market is weaker than previously reported. She explores what this new picture might mean for the Federal Reserve’s decision-making. Megan also considers the possible ripple effects for mortgage rates and housing.
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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
