Freddie Mac reported that the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage increased to 6.51% as of May 21, 2026, up from 6.36% the previous week. The 15-year fixed-rate mortgage also rose to 5.85% from 5.71%. Despite the rise, rates remain below last year's levels when the 30-year rate averaged 6.86%. Freddie Mac advises homebuyers to shop around and get multiple mortgage quotes to save money. These rates apply to conventional loans with 20% down and excellent credit.
Lululemon invested in Syntetica's $30 million Series A funding to support its innovative recycling of Nylon 6 and Nylon 6,6, materials difficult to separate and reuse in textile waste. This move aligns with growing industry demand for sustainable, co...
Ethereum futures long positions among top traders increased by over 3 percentage points across both USDT- and coin-margined markets, indicating a broad-based shift in short-term sentiment. This rise suggests heightened attention on ETH compared to ot...
NVIDIA announced that leading Japanese companies in robotics and manufacturing are adopting its Cosmos, Isaac, Metropolis, and Jetson platforms to accelerate AI-powered intelligent machines across industries. The new Cosmos 3 Edge model enables real-...
Oil prices are rising sharply due to renewed US naval blockades on Iranian shipping and increased tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical oil transit route. Brent crude is holding above $85 and WTI above $80, with forecasts suggesting WTI could ...
The US government announced it will impose a new 25% tariff on Brazilian ethanol starting next Wednesday, accusing Brazil of unfair trade practices. This tariff excludes major Brazilian exports like oil, beef, coffee, and aircraft parts. The move fol...
