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Market Volatility, Iran Conflict, and Insights from the Optimal Blue Summit | March 2, 2026
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- Mar 2, 2026
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Summary
In this week’s episode of Optimal Insights , Jim Glennon , Alex Hebner , and James Cahill break down the latest geopolitical and economic developments impacting the mortgage industry. They analyze the U.S.–Iran conflict, its effect on yields and oil prices, key inflation readings, jobless claims, and expectations for the upcoming employment report. The conversation then shifts to highlights from the Optimal Blue Summit , including new AI‑powered innovations, MSR valuation trends, and growing demand for Non‑QM lending. Optimal Insights Team: Jim Glennon, SVP, H&T Operations Alex Hebner, Hedge Account Manager James Cahill, MSF/MSR Account Manager Vimi Vasudeva, Managing Director, H&T Client Services Production Team: Executive Producer: Sara Holtz Producer: Matt Gilhooly Commentary included in the podcast shall not be construed as, nor is Optimal Insights providing, any legal, trading, hedging, or financial advice. Mentioned in this episode: Optimal Blue Study - MarketWise Advisors Mortgage capital markets decisions have a direct impact on lender profitability, efficiency, and risk management. To better understand that impact, Optimal Blue commissioned an independent ROI study with MarketWise Advisors, analyzing data from hundreds of mortgage lenders, including banks, credit unions, and independent mortgage banks. The Optimal Blue ROI Study highlights consistent gains in operational efficiency, pricing accuracy, and financial performance for lenders using Optimal Blue technology. Key findings include an average $1,006 net financial benefit per loan, nearly 45% greater operational capacity, and strong return on investment reported by PPE clients, with results consistent across lender types. The full 2026 Optimal Blue ROI Study will be released in May and provides a…