Saluda Grade has appointed a new co-chief investment officer to navigate its expansion into new investments in non-residential assets.

The overall levels of delinquencies, though, vary on a nominal and age-equivalent basis.

As bank issuance of CRT deals increase, additional regulations and disclosure requirements are under consideration.

Analysts at the Urban Institute called for changes at the GSEs and FHA to make adjustable-rate mortgages more attractive for borrowers.

Ledn issues ABS backed by Bitcoin loans; fire at SFVegas prompts shift in exhibit hall; banks seek enhanced capital relief for CRTs; Fitch launches group for private ratings; Upstart sells auto loans to Bayview.

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.)

Ginnie Mae President Joe Gormley said the agency is making progress on its transition to loan-level processes.

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.)

Investors are showing strong demand for non-agency MBS, leaving leaders of issuers optimistic.

Asset managers believe agency commercial MBS is an attractive investment option following President Trump’s directive to the GSEs to buy $200 million in agency MBS.