Stocks & Investing·May 19, 2026

What's the mortgage rate you'll be paying later this year? Probably higher

With mortgage rates reaching a record high on Tuesday, traders also increase likelihood that rates will go above 6.8%.

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With mortgage rates reaching a record high on Tuesday, traders also increase likelihood that rates will go above 6.8%.

With mortgage rates reaching a record high on Tuesday, traders also increase likelihood that rates will go above 6.8%.

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With mortgage rates reaching a record high on Tuesday, traders also increase likelihood that rates will go above 6.8%.

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