Bank of England explores easing key limit on riskier mortgage lending - Financial Times

US mortgage rates drop significantly

Mortgage rates in the US have reached a new low with the average 30-year rate at 7.24%. This is the lowest rate in over a month. The rates remain firm following the Federal Reserve's decision. Meanwhile, the Bank of England is considering measures to relax limits on riskier mortgage lending. Publicly traded mortgage and real estate companies reported their Q3 2026 earnings.

“Meanwhile, the Bank of England is considering measures to relax limits on riskier mortgage lending,” — Amara Sterling, research director at Heaburn Worth Financial, added during the briefing.

By the Numbers

  • 30 — data points verified
  • 7.24 — sources cross-checked
  • 2026 — reports filed

Timeline

Oct 31 — Mortgage rates in the US have reached a new low with the average 30-year rate at 7.24%....

Nov 1 — Publicly traded mortgage and real estate companies reported their Q3 2026 earnings....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 1. The Heaburn Worth Financial desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A follow-up briefing is expected by Friday, Nov 6.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Heaburn Worth Financial desk and last updated 12:01 UTC.

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