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The “Interest rates” archive contains 2 published articles, dated 2026-10-29. Each article retains its sources and context.

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Archival photograph of a house for sale on Prieur Street in Broadmoor, New Orleans, United States, taken on September 7, 2023.
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US house-price index rose 0.3% in August: prices and borrowing costs need separate scrutiny

FHFA’s October release measures August house prices; Freddie Mac’s rates cover the week of October 22. National indices, regional differences and loan terms all affect affordability, but cannot substitute for one another.

Archival photograph of the Federal Reserve annex building in Washington, D.C., United States.
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Fed holds its rate range as two members favour a hike: the decision is not the future path

The October meeting left the federal funds target range unchanged, with dissent favouring tighter rather than easier policy. Implementation tools, the economic assessment and future policy signals need to be read separately.

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