Macro EconomyMedium•29 September 2026•
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US House Prices Rise More Than Expected in July 2026
Key Facts
1The FHFA house price index for July rose more than analysts had anticipated.
2The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller HPI showed U.S. home prices increased more than expected in July.
The FHFA house price index for July 2026 rose more than analysts had anticipated. Seeking Alpha reported that the index increased by 0.3% month-over-month to 443.5, exceeding the 0.1% growth expected by the market.
The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller HPI also showed U.S. home prices increased more than expected during July. This data reflects persistent strength in home valuations despite broader inflationary pressures and mortgage rates recently breaching the 7% threshold, with the MBA 30-year mortgage rate recorded at 7.12% on September 23, 2026.