Mortgage rates were little changed Wednesday. February Durable Goods Orders rose 2.2%, below the consensus forecast of +3.0%. The Mortgage Bankers Association weekly purchase activity index increased by 3.3%, while the refinance activity index fell by 4.6%. Average reported 30-year fixed rates rose to 4.23%, not including fees. Results from today’s 5-year Treasury auction will be released at 1:00 PM.