Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Consecutive Week Above 6%

The latest data shows mortgage rates have risen for five consecutive weeks, with the 30-year fixed rate reaching 6.46% as of July 15, 2026. The increase is attributed to ongoing geopolitical tensions and shifting market sentiment around President Trump's statements on Middle East conflicts.

By Hal Bundrick, CFP® · Senior Writer Updated Thu, July 16, 2026 at 9:17 PM GMT+3 7 min read · Yahoo Finance · July 16, 2026, 18:17 UTC

Mortgage Rates Rise for Fifth Consecutive Week Above 6%

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