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WASHINGTON—Backed by strong consumer spending, the U.S. economy continued its recent streak of solid growth during the third quarter, the latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis show.

CHICAGO—Many consumers feel their mortgage and auto payments are putting a strain on their household finances, and the prospect of falling interest rates has them ready to consider refinancing those loans, a new TransUnion study shows.

WASHINGTON—Total mortgage origination volume is expected to increase to $2.3 trillion in 2025 from the $1.79 trillion expected in 2024, the Mortgage Bankers Association reported.

BIRMINGHAM, Ala.—The $2.5-billion America's First FCU has tapped Kevin Morris to lead the organization, the Hoover Sun reported.

WASHINGTON—Credit union loans outstanding declined 0.4% in August, compared to a 0.5% increase in July 2024 and a 0.6% increase in July 2023, according to America’s Credit Unions’ latest Monthly Credit Union Estimates.