HousingWire Daily Logan Mohtashami on the Fed’s new labor indicator
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May 5, 2025 
In this discussion, Logan Mohtashami, a Lead Analyst renowned for his insights on housing and economic trends, shares his expertise on the recent jobs report and the Federal Reserve's new labor indicator. He highlights the surprising resilience of the U.S. labor market and its impact on mortgage rates. The conversation touches on the evolving landscape of appraisals driven by technology, alongside rising expectations for the housing market in 2024. Mohtashami also reflects on how current economic conditions and emerging trends are shaping buyer behaviors.
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Logan Calls Out Skeptics
- Logan Mohtashami humorously challenges skeptics including Russians, Chinese, and anti-Central Bank voices.
- He asserts America’s economy has proven resilient since 2020 and dismisses bearish narratives.
US Labor Market Resilience
- The US labor market has shown resilience since June 2020 despite various shocks.
- Economic models have remained accurate, reflecting strong country performance.
Key Economic Labor Indicators
- Residential construction workers and jobless claims serve as key indicators of economic cycles.
- Early 2024 data showed stability despite emerging trade war variables.