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18.03.202611:00:00UTC+00US Mortgage Demand Ticks Higher as MBA Purchase Index Edges Up

The latest data from the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) show a modest pickup in U.S. homebuyer demand. The MBA Purchase Index rose to 172.9 from a previous reading of 171.3, according to figures updated on 18 March 2026.

The increase in the index, which tracks applications for home purchase loans, suggests slightly stronger activity in the housing market compared with the prior period. While the move is incremental, it indicates that buyer interest remains resilient despite ongoing economic uncertainty and shifting financial conditions. Investors and analysts will be watching upcoming releases to see whether this uptick marks the start of a more sustained trend in mortgage demand.

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