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U.S. real mortgage rates and house price growth

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Note: U.S. house price growth tends to strengthen when real mortgage rates are low or negative, with the surge in 2021–2022 followed by a sharp slowdown as real rates rebounded rapidly.

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The Economy Graphics is a dedicated visual research team for The Economy, responsible for producing high-quality data charts, analytical graphics, and visual summaries that support the publication’s coverage of global economic, financial, technological, and policy developments. Drawing on data from research articles, public datasets, institutional reports, and The Economy’s own research team, the account transforms complex information into clear, structured, and publication-ready visual materials.

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