Fed Cuts Rates, but Powell Says December Cut Is No Guarantee
Zillow maintains its expectation that mortgage rates will struggle to break below 6% in 2026
Stories by Kara Ng
Dr. Kara Ng is a Senior Economist on Zillow’s Economic Research team, where she analyzes housing data to identify emerging trends. In prior roles in financial services, she built quantitative models to forecast macroeconomic and financial conditions, guiding asset allocation and strategy. Dr. Ng earned her Ph.D. in economics from the University of Washington, where she focused on quantitative methods for forecasting. She enjoys leveraging data-driven insights to inform buyers, sellers, and industry professionals.
