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Fed: Credit Applications Reach 2021 High, Mortgages Rise

7/21/2026

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The Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of New York said on July 20, 2026 that June credit-application rates were highest since October 2021, as Survey of Consumer Expectations Credit Access Survey found overall likelihood peaked.
Since February 2026, applications for a credit card, auto loan or mortgage refinance fell, while mortgage applications rose.
In June, 34% said they might need $2,000 for an unexpected expense, below the 36% in June 2025.

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The Federal Reserve (Fed) Bank of New York said on July 20, 2026 that June credit-application rates were highest since October 2021, as Survey of Consumer Expectations Credit Access Survey found overall likelihood peaked.
Since February 2026, applications for a credit card, auto loan or mortgage refinance fell, while mortgage applications rose.
In June, 34% said they might need $2,000 for an unexpected expense, below the 36% in June 2025.