High mortgage rates seen sticking as inflation lingers
New York experts say mortgage rates between 1 and 9 percent will drift higher through spring due to persistent inflation. Despite costly loans, U S home buying remains strong with projected 1977 sales near 3.5 million and 1978 around 4.8 million. Prices for new and existing homes rose sharply, pushing need for more mortgage funds.
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Carter's inflation policy Critic Okun says 7 percent by 1978
Economist Arthur Okun warned inflation could exceed 7 percent by late 1978 and criticised President Carter for lacking an anti inflation program. He noted Carter aims for 4 percent by 1980, but Okun said the rate would likely rise from about 6 percent, signaling a dangerous trajectory.
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