Mortgage Rates Hit 5-Week Lows
Average interest rates for both 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages saw their lowest points in five weeks as of Saturday, April 18, 2026.
API Endpoints
JSON API
/index.json
Structured article index with full metadata
v1 API
/v1/articles.json
Versioned stable endpoint
Today
/api/today.json
Articles published today (UTC)
By Category
/api/category/{name}.json
Per-category filtered articles
RSS 2.0
/feed.xml
Standard syndication feed
LLMs.txt
/llms.txt
Agent discovery document
Full Content
/llms-full.txt
Complete article text for LLMs
Sitemap
/sitemap.xml
XML sitemap for crawlers
AI Plugin
/.well-known/ai-plugin.json
Agent plugin manifest
Briefing
/api/briefing.json
Daily market briefing summary
Articles
title:
"Mortgage Rates Hit 5-Week Lows"
summary:
"Average interest rates for both 30-year and 15-year fixed-rate mortgages saw their lowest points in five weeks as of Saturday, April 18, 2026."
title:
"Best CD Rates Hold Steady as April Nears End"
summary:
"Certificate of Deposit (CD) rates remain largely consistent as of April 18, 2026, with top offerings providing an Annual Percentage Yield (APY) of 4.05%."
title:
"High-Yield Savings Account Rates Hold Steady, Offering Up to 4.1% APY"
summary:
"High-yield savings account interest rates remain competitive, with top options currently offering up to 4.1% APY as of April 18, 2026."
title:
"Wealthy Individual Hesitates on Retirement Despite Substantial Savings"
summary:
"A mid-50s individual with $10 million saved is experiencing reluctance to retire, citing a combination of financial and psychological factors."
title:
"Dimon Warns of Potentially Severe Credit Crisis, Bank Earnings Show Mixed Signals"
summary:
"JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has issued a stark warning about an impending credit crisis, suggesting it could be more severe than anticipated, even as recent bank earnings reveal a complex economic landscape."
title:
"Proposed Tax Increases on Wealthy Americans Spark Debate on Economic Impact and Fiscal Sustainability"
summary:
"New proposals targeting wealthy individuals, including a second-home tax in New York City and a cap on Social Security benefits, are generating discussion about their potential effects on high-income earners, city revenue, and the long-term solvency of social programs."
title:
"Gold-Platinum Ratio Signals Potential Stock Market Correction"
summary:
"The gold-platinum ratio, a market-timing indicator, suggests that the current stock market rally may be nearing an end and a correction could be imminent."
title:
"Parent's Condo Purchase for Son with Special Needs May Affect Benefits"
summary:
"A parent with guardianship of a son with special needs is concerned that purchasing a condo for him could jeopardize his government benefits."
title:
"Software ETFs See Strong Gains as Compute Rationing Impacts AI Sector"
summary:
"The iShares software ETF experienced its strongest week in 25 years, as limitations on computing resources for AI development may be shifting investor focus toward traditional software companies."
title:
"Anthropic's Mythos Model Raises AI Crime Concerns"
summary:
"Anthropic's new AI model, Mythos, is highlighting the growing threat of AI-enabled crime, with current solutions appearing insufficient."
title:
"Big Banks Show Mixed Results as Earnings Season Kicks Off"
summary:
"Major financial institutions are reporting varied performance as the earnings season commences, with some sectors showing strength while others face headwinds."
title:
"Stock Market Rally Faces Scrutiny Amidst Broad Underperformance"
summary:
"Despite recent upward movements in major stock indices, a closer examination reveals that a significant portion of market gains are concentrated in a few large-cap stocks, raising concerns about the breadth and sustainability of the rally."
title:
"Top Money Market Accounts Offer Up to 4.01% APY as of April 17, 2026"
summary:
"As of April 17, 2026, several money market accounts are providing annual percentage yields (APYs) of up to 4.01%, offering competitive returns for savers."
title:
"Home Equity Loan and HELOC Rates Remain Stable as of April 17, 2026"
summary:
"Interest rates for Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and home equity loans are holding steady on April 17, 2026, offering homeowners consistent access to their home's equity."
title:
"Investors Eyeing Dividend Stocks Amid Market Sell-Off"
summary:
"The current market sell-off presents opportunities for investors to acquire dividend-paying stocks at potentially lower valuations."
title:
"Top CD Rates Reach 4.05% APY on April 17, 2026"
summary:
"As of April 17, 2026, consumers can find Certificates of Deposit (CDs) offering annual percentage yields (APYs) up to 4.05%."
title:
"Mortgage Rates Hold Steady as Buying Power Improves Year-Over-Year"
summary:
"Mortgage interest rates remained largely unchanged on April 17, 2026, though overall buying power has seen an increase compared to the previous year."
title:
"High-Yield Savings Accounts Offer Up to 4.1% APY"
summary:
"High-yield savings accounts are currently offering annual percentage yields (APYs) as high as 4.1%, providing competitive returns for consumers."
title:
"EU Trade Surplus Shrinks as Imports Rise"
summary:
"The European Union's trade surplus has narrowed significantly compared to the pre-tariff surge of 2025, as import values climbed."
title:
"Fed Governor Waller Cites Geopolitical and Labor Market Risks for Rate Hold"
summary:
"Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller stated that ongoing risks from the conflict in the Middle East and the domestic labor market are factors contributing to the central bank's current pause on interest rate adjustments."
title:
"Central Bankers Cite Stagflation, Energy Security as Top Concerns Amidst U.S.-Iran Conflict"
summary:
"Over 30 central bankers, policymakers, and politicians expressed concerns regarding stagflation and energy security as significant risks stemming from the ongoing U.S.-Iran war."
title:
"Investor with $950K in 401(k)s Seeks Guidance on Roth Conversions"
summary:
"An investor with substantial 401(k) savings is evaluating the timing of Roth conversions, a decision complicated by the permanent nature of such transactions."
title:
"Oil Prices Decline on President Trump's Remarks About Iran"
summary:
"West Texas Intermediate and Brent crude prices fell following President Donald Trump's statements suggesting a resolution to the conflict with Iran is approaching."
title:
"Reed Hastings Steps Down as Netflix Co-Founder Amid Strong Financial Performance"
summary:
"Netflix co-founder Reed Hastings is stepping down from his role at the company, citing its robust financial health as a key factor in his decision."
title:
"JPMorgan Adjusts Cheniere Energy Price Target Amidst Strong Q1 Outlook"
summary:
"JPMorgan has lowered its price target for Cheniere Energy (LNG) shares, despite anticipating robust first-quarter financial performance for the company."