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Thoughts:

With escalating tensions between the United States and Iran dominating headlines right now including military action global markets could react with volatility and uncertainty.

In times of geopolitical stress, two major forces often influence mortgage rates:

1. Flight to Safety → Lower Rates (Initially)
Investors flock to safe-haven assets like U.S. Treasury bonds when uncertainty spikes. Higher demand for Treasuries pushes their prices up and yields down and since 30‑year mortgage rates closely track the 10‑year Treasury yield, that can put downward pressure on mortgage rates in the short term.
2. Oil & Inflation Risk → Higher Rates (Over Time)
But if conflict pushes oil prices significantly higher, it can add upward pressure on inflation. Higher inflation risks make the Federal Reserve less likely to cut rates or even keep them elevated longer which often leads to higher long-term interest rates, including mortgage rates. Analysts are warning oil could surge toward $80–$100+ per barrel if the region stays unstable.

In other words, geopolitical tensions can create a tug‑of‑war effect on mortgage rates:

Short-term fear → Bonds up, rates down
Long-term inflation risk → Fed cautious, rates up

What this means for borrowers today: pay attention to volatility in bond markets and oil prices as these are strong leading indicators for where mortgage rates may go next.