The U.S. mortgage market showed signs of cooling as the Mortgage Market Index declined to 310.7, down from a previous reading of 347.1. The latest figure, updated on 25 March 2026, points to reduced activity in mortgage applications compared with the prior period.
The drop in the index suggests a softer pace in housing-related borrowing, which may reflect shifting demand dynamics in the U.S. real estate market. Market participants will be watching upcoming data closely to assess whether this decline marks the start of a sustained slowdown or a short-term adjustment in mortgage activity.
