Based on current prices, Fannie has a current market capitalization rate of just $3.5 billion, Freddie $1.9 billion.

The decision, hinted at in numerous (recent) press briefings by FHFA Director Mark Calabria, is not expected delay to companies’ exit from conservatorship.

The Freddie Mac single-family servicing market grew roughly three times as fast as the Fannie Mae market during the third quarter, according to a new Inside the GSEs analysis.

Stress tests and capital vs. yield curves and spreads.

Speculation continues to mount regarding whether Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac will be allowed to retain more capital. But will such a move be a precursor to a "recap and release" plan?