The Fed and commercial banks purchased a combined $1 trillion in agency MBS over the past 12 months, more than 145% of the net supply. (Includes data chart.)
Treasury’s stake in the GSEs should be used to create a joint venture focused on affordable housing. Also, to ensure success, Fannie and Freddie should be converted into utilities, two industry pros recommend.
Spikes in amortization income, guarantee-fee income and credit-related expenses are all closely tied to the government’s intervention in the coronavirus crisis. (Includes data chart.)