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The top four bank investors in residential MBS reported a combined $16.5 billion decline in their portfolios during the fourth quarter, with most of the drop coming in GSE pass-throughs. (Includes two data tables.)
Fannie and Freddie saw a small decline in Supers MBS issuance during the fourth quarter, along with an unusual spurt in commingled collateral. (Includes two data tables.)