Bank Lending Rate in Slovakia decreased to 4.29 percent in May from 4.30 percent in April of 2025. This dataset provides - Slovakia Bank Lending Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

United States Mortgage Fixed Rate: Wk Ending: 15 Year: Point data was reported at 0.400 % pa in 25 Oct 2018. This stayed constant from the previous number of 0.400 % pa for 18 Oct 2018. United States Mortgage Fixed Rate: Wk Ending: 15 Year: Point data is updated weekly, averaging 0.600 % pa from Jan 2004 (Median) to 25 Oct 2018, with 773 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 0.800 % pa in 25 Jul 2013 and a record low of 0.070 % pa in 24 Nov 2011. United States Mortgage Fixed Rate: Wk Ending: 15 Year: Point data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, Freddie Mac. The data is categorized under Global Database’s USA – Table US.M012: Mortgage Interest Rate.

Bank Lending Rate in Belgium decreased to 3.63 percent in May from 3.69 percent in April of 2025. This dataset provides - Belgium Bank Lending Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

The number of home sales in the United States peaked in 2021 at almost ************* after steadily rising since 2018. Nevertheless, the market contracted in the following year, with transaction volumes falling to ***********. Home sales remained muted in 2024, with a mild increase expected in 2025 and 2026. A major factor driving this trend is the unprecedented increase in mortgage interest rates due to high inflation. How have U.S. home prices developed over time? The average sales price of new homes has also been rising since 2011. Buyer confidence seems to have recovered after the property crash, which has increased demand for homes and also the prices sellers are demanding for homes. At the same time, the affordability of U.S. homes has decreased. Both the number of existing and newly built homes sold has declined since the housing market boom during the coronavirus pandemic. Challenges in housing supply The number of housing units in the U.S. rose steadily between 1975 and 2005 but has remained fairly stable since then. Construction increased notably in the 1990s and early 2000s, with the number of construction starts steadily rising, before plummeting amid the infamous housing market crash. Housing starts slowly started to pick up in 2011, mirroring the economic recovery. In 2022, the supply of newly built homes plummeted again, as supply chain challenges following the COVID-19 pandemic and tariffs on essential construction materials such as steel and lumber led to prices soaring.

This statistic shows the yield on ten-year government bonds in the Netherlands from 2011 to 2023 with a forecast for 2024 and 2025. In 2023, the long-term interest rate was at 2.8 percent. A ten-year government bond, or treasury note, is a debt obligation issued by a government which matures in ten years. They are considered to be a low-risk investment as they are backed by the government and their ability to raise taxes to cover its obligations. Investors track them, however, for several reasons. First, these bonds are the benchmark that guides other financial interest rates, such as fixed mortgage rates. Second, their yield will tell how investors feel about the economy. The higher the yield on a ten-year government bond, the better the economic outlook.

Venezuela Maximum Mortgage Rate: Low data was reported at 9.660 % pa in Jul 2014. This stayed constant from the previous number of 9.660 % pa for Jun 2014. Venezuela Maximum Mortgage Rate: Low data is updated monthly, averaging 11.360 % pa from Jan 1996 (Median) to Jul 2014, with 223 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 63.800 % pa in Sep 1998 and a record low of 8.550 % pa in Aug 2011. Venezuela Maximum Mortgage Rate: Low data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Central Bank of Venezuela. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Venezuela – Table VE.M003: Lending Rate. Data lag exhibited in the series is caused by the delay of data releases from the Central Bank of Venezuela.

The U.S. housing market continues to evolve, with the median home price forecast to reach ******* U.S. dollars by the second quarter of 2026. This projection comes after a period of significant growth and recent fluctuations, reflecting the complex interplay of economic factors affecting the real estate sector. The rising costs have not only impacted home prices, but also down payments, with the median down payment more than doubling since 2012. Regional variations in housing costs Home prices and down payments vary dramatically across the United States. While the national median down payment stood at approximately ****** U.S. dollars in early 2024, homebuyers in states like California, Massachusetts, and Hawaii faced down payments exceeding ****** U.S. dollars. This disparity highlights the challenges of homeownership in high-cost markets and underscores the importance of location in determining housing affordability. Market dynamics and future outlook The housing market has shown signs of cooling after years of rapid growth, with more modest price increases of *** percent in 2022 and *** percent in 2023. This slowdown can be attributed in part to rising mortgage rates, which have tempered demand. Despite these challenges, most states continued to see year-over-year price growth in the fourth quarter of 2023, with Rhode Island and Vermont leading the pack at over ** percent appreciation. As the market adjusts to new economic realities, potential homebuyers and investors alike will be watching closely for signs of stabilization or renewed growth in the coming years.

This statistic illustrates the average market risk premium used in the Netherlands from 2011 to 2016. It can be seen that the average market risk premium fluctuated during this time, reaching a value of 5.1 percent as of 2016. In August 2017, yield on ten-year government bonds of the Netherlands reached a value of approximately 0.54. A ten-year government bond, or treasury note, is a debt obligation issued by a government which matures in ten years. They are considered to be a low-risk investment as they are backed by the government and their ability to raise taxes to cover its obligations. Investors track them, however, for several reasons. First, these bonds are the benchmark that guides other financial interest rates, such as fixed mortgage rates. Second, their yield will tell how investors feel about the economy. The higher the yield on a ten-year government bond, the better the economic outlook. In 2018, the yield forecast of ten-year government bonds in the Netherlands is expected to reach a value of approximately 0.5 percent.

Bank Lending Rate in Croatia decreased to 4.73 percent in May from 4.77 percent in April of 2025. This dataset provides - Croatia Bank Lending Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

In June 2024, the European Central Bank (ECB) began reducing its fixed interest rate for the first time since 2016, implementing a series of cuts. The rate decreased from 4.5 percent to 3.15 percent by year-end: a 0.25 percentage point cut in June, followed by additional reductions in September, October, and December. The central bank implemented other cuts in early 2025, setting the rate at 2.4 percent in April 2025. This marked a significant shift from the previous rate hike cycle, which began in July 2022 when the ECB raised rates to 0.5 percent and subsequently increased them almost monthly, reaching 4.5 percent by December 2023 - the highest level since the 2007-2008 global financial crisis. How does this ensure liquidity? Banks typically hold only a fraction of their capital in cash, measured by metrics like the Tier 1 capital ratio. Since this ratio is low, banks prefer to allocate most of their capital to revenue-generating loans. When their cash reserves fall too low, banks borrow from the ECB to cover short-term liquidity needs. On the other hand, commercial banks can also deposit excess funds with the ECB at a lower interest rate. Reasons for fluctuations
The ECB’s primary mandate is to maintain price stability. The Euro area inflation rate is, in theory, the key indicator guiding the ECB's actions. When the fixed interest rate is lower, commercial banks are more likely to borrow from the ECB, increasing the money supply and, in turn, driving inflation higher. When inflation rises, the ECB increases the fixed interest rate, which slows borrowing and helps to reduce inflation.

The benchmark interest rate in Pakistan was last recorded at 11 percent. This dataset provides - Pakistan Interest Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

The U.S. housing market has slowed, after ** consecutive years of rising home prices. In 2021, house prices surged by an unprecedented ** percent, marking the highest increase on record. However, the market has since cooled, with the Freddie Mac House Price Index showing more modest growth between 2022 and 2024. In 2024, home prices increased by *** percent. That was lower than the long-term average of *** percent since 1990. Impact of mortgage rates on homebuying The recent cooling in the housing market can be partly attributed to rising mortgage rates. After reaching a record low of **** percent in 2021, the average annual rate on a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage more than doubled in 2023. This significant increase has made homeownership less affordable for many potential buyers, contributing to a substantial decline in home sales. Despite these challenges, forecasts suggest a potential recovery in the coming years. How much does it cost to buy a house in the U.S.? In 2023, the median sales price of an existing single-family home reached a record high of over ******* U.S. dollars. Newly built homes were even pricier, despite a slight decline in the median sales price in 2023. Naturally, home prices continue to vary significantly across the country, with West Virginia being the most affordable state for homebuyers.

The U.S. housing market has seen significant price growth since 2011, with the median sales price of existing single-family homes reaching a record high of ******* U.S. dollars in 2024. This represents a substantial increase of ******* over the past five years, highlighting the rapid appreciation of home values across the country. The trend of rising prices can also be observed in the new homes sold. Regional variations and housing shortage While the national median price provides a broad overview, regional differences in home prices are notable. The West remains the most expensive region, with prices twice higher than in the more affordable Midwest. This disparity persists despite efforts to increase housing supply. In 2024, approximately ******* building permits for single-family housing units were granted, showing a slight increase from previous years but still well below the 2005 peak of **** million permits. The ongoing housing shortage continues to drive prices upward across all regions. Market dynamics and future outlook The number of existing home sales has plummeted since 2020, reflecting the growing cost of homeownership. Factors such as high home prices, unfavorable economic conditions, and aggressive increases in mortgage rates have contributed to affordability challenges for many potential homebuyers. Despite these challenges, forecasts suggest a potential recovery in the housing market by 2025, though transaction volumes are expected to remain below long-term averages.

The benchmark interest rate in New Zealand was last recorded at 3.25 percent. This dataset provides - New Zealand Interest Rate - actual values, historical data, forecast, chart, statistics, economic calendar and news.

Russia Bank Lending Conditions: Households: Mortgage: Loan Interest Rate data was reported at 17.857 % Point in Mar 2019. This records a decrease from the previous number of 20.238 % Point for Dec 2018. Russia Bank Lending Conditions: Households: Mortgage: Loan Interest Rate data is updated quarterly, averaging -6.061 % Point from Dec 2011 (Median) to Mar 2019, with 30 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 70.000 % Point in Dec 2014 and a record low of -31.818 % Point in Sep 2017. Russia Bank Lending Conditions: Households: Mortgage: Loan Interest Rate data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by The Central Bank of the Russian Federation. The data is categorized under Global Database’s Russian Federation – Table RU.KAC018: Bank Lending Tightness: Loans to Households.

Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Kaluga Region data was reported at 10.310 % pa in Dec 2014. This records a decrease from the previous number of 10.350 % pa for Sep 2014. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Kaluga Region data is updated quarterly, averaging 10.490 % pa from Sep 2006 (Median) to Dec 2014, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 13.710 % pa in Jun 2009 and a record low of 9.890 % pa in Jun 2011. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Kaluga Region data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Russia. The data is categorized under Russia Premium Database’s Interest and Foreign Exchange Rates – Table RU.MB012: Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Housing Loans: ow Mortgage: by Region: Average from Year Beginning.

Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: FE: Jewish Autonomous Region data was reported at 9.500 % pa in Dec 2011. This stayed constant from the previous number of 9.500 % pa for Sep 2011. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: FE: Jewish Autonomous Region data is updated quarterly, averaging 10.300 % pa from Dec 2006 (Median) to Dec 2011, with 11 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 11.000 % pa in Jun 2007 and a record low of 7.000 % pa in Dec 2008. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: FE: Jewish Autonomous Region data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Russia. The data is categorized under Russia Premium Database’s Interest and Foreign Exchange Rates – Table RU.MB012: Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Housing Loans: ow Mortgage: by Region: Average from Year Beginning.

Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Tver Region data was reported at 10.510 % pa in Dec 2014. This records a decrease from the previous number of 10.550 % pa for Sep 2014. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Tver Region data is updated quarterly, averaging 10.770 % pa from Sep 2006 (Median) to Dec 2014, with 34 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 14.040 % pa in Sep 2009 and a record low of 9.410 % pa in Dec 2011. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: Quarterly: CF: Tver Region data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Russia. The data is categorized under Russia Premium Database’s Interest and Foreign Exchange Rates – Table RU.MB012: Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Housing Loans: ow Mortgage: by Region: Average from Year Beginning.

Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: UF: Tumen Region data was reported at 10.300 % pa in Dec 2014. This records an increase from the previous number of 10.190 % pa for Nov 2014. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: UF: Tumen Region data is updated monthly, averaging 9.920 % pa from Dec 2008 (Median) to Dec 2014, with 73 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 16.820 % pa in May 2009 and a record low of 8.190 % pa in Sep 2011. Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Mortgage Loans: YB: UF: Tumen Region data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Bank of Russia. The data is categorized under Russia Premium Database’s Interest and Foreign Exchange Rates – Table RU.MB012: Lending Rate: Foreign Currencies Housing Loans: ow Mortgage: by Region: Average from Year Beginning.