Securitization

The deal has a step-up coupon feature that calls for the fixed rates on classes A1, A2 and A3 to increase by 100 basis points, subject to the net weighted average coupon (WAC) after four years.

The market is watching to see how investors handle any market dislocations that arise as elected leaders look to reform the government-sponsored enterprises.

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac's stock were downgraded to "underperform" by KBW as they are currently priced above its expectations.

If the GSEs are privatized with only their current capital levels, respondents indicated risk premiums on MBS would widen by as much as 45 basis points or more.

Industry trends since the Great Financial Crisis have sparked rising interest in private asset-backed finance.

The agreement with the Securities and Exchange Commission resolves allegations of employee supervision shortcomings in the bank's capital markets division.

The non-QM segment industry-wide had a 25% increase in issuance dollar volume during 2024 as market conditions for private-label securitization were better.

The real estate investment trust also announced changes to its Sequoia correspondent platform as it seeks to elevate the unit's branding in 2025.

A famous money management firm has identified key developments that previously posed challenges for agency mortgage-backed securities but are now strengthening the market.

Analysts agree recent changes to government agreements will end the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac conservatorships, but it'll likely happen later rather than sooner.