At Vertical IQ, we are proud to celebrate the accomplishments of Vertical IQ’s Chief Economist, Ingo Winzer, whose exceptional forecasting ability has made him a four-time recipient of the distinguished Crystal Ball Award from Pulsenomics. This distinction places him among the most accurate economic forecasters in the housing and mortgage industries, demonstrating his unparalleled expertise in predicting market trends.
Ingo’s insights enrich Vertical IQ’s product offerings, allowing us to deliver actionable industry and economic data that empowers businesses, financial institutions, and industry leaders. His role also extends to his participation on the Fannie Mae Home Price Expectations Survey (HPES) panel, where he participates in a panel with over 100 experts to forecast national home price changes using the Fannie Mae Home Price Index (FNM-HPI).
Q4 HPES results
The latest HPES results project a 3.8 percent increase in home prices for 2025 – a slight upward revision from the previous quarter (Ingo’s forecast for 2025, however, predicts a 2.1 percent decrease in home prices). Home sales are predicted to remain sluggish, with new home sales trending slightly upward and mortgage rates remaining elevated at this time. The main drivers cited by the panel included high mortgage rates, rising for-sale housing inventory, and slower wage growth. Growth is expected to decelerate slightly to 3.6% in 2026. These projections reflect a cautious optimism for the U.S. housing market as it is predicted to outpace economy-wide inflation.
Vertical IQ customers benefit from Ingo’s insights, which help them stay ahead of these evolving trends. By combining his economic expertise with Vertical IQ’s cutting-edge data, businesses can stay competitive amid an ever-changing landscape.
Learn more about the Q4 survey results and Ingo’s contributions to the panel.
Enhancing Vertical IQ’s value
Ingo’s expertise has been amplified through Vertical IQ’s 2023 acquisition of Local Market Monitor, a trusted economic data platform. This powerful tool provides granular, market-specific insights, enabling users to assess risks and opportunities down to the MSA and county levels. Additionally, with Vertical IQ’s Localized Industry Data, our users gain a comprehensive understanding of both macroeconomic trends and localized industry dynamics, supporting more informed decision-making.
Ingo’s expertise and leadership, and the addition of Local Market Monitor, have all enhanced Vertical IQ’s ability to deliver impactful insights to our customers. Whether through our Industry Profiles, risk data, or local market intelligence, Vertical IQ remains committed to helping businesses grow, navigate risks, and seize opportunities with confidence.
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