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Fitch Retains Top Ranking in MBS & ABS Ratings in 2Q

Morningstar DBRS and Moody’s gained share in non-agency MBS ratings in the second quarter, while S&P made up ground in the ABS market. Fitch, however, remained the top rating service in both sectors. (Includes two data charts.) Read More

Securitization of Home Equity Loans Cools

Even when excluding a large issuance in the first quarter of seasoned closed-end second liens, securitizations of home equity loans declined on a quarterly basis in the second quarter. (Includes three data files.) Read More

Egan-Jones Still Working on Approval for ABS Ratings

Off and on since 2013, Egan-Jones Ratings Company has sought certification from the SEC for ratings of ABS. Last week, the SEC denied the latest application from the rating service. Read More

Residential Whole Loans Remain Attractive Option for Insurers

Insurance companies continue to grow their residential whole-loan portfolios as they look to diversify investments. Read More

Illinois Rules Buyers of Defaulted Mortgages Need License

The appellate court ruled that entities that purchase defaulted mortgages must be licensed in the state. Read More

Castlelake to Issue Its First Securitization of RTLs

Loans in the planned securitization were originated by Resfin Partners, an affiliate of investment firm Castlelake. Read More

Preferred Equity, Residual-Interest Debt Usage Grows

Preferred equity and residual-interest debt financing are increasingly being used in ABS and CLO transactions. Read More

Revisiting the Lock-In Effect on the Fed’s Balance Sheet

Runoff of agency MBS from the Federal Reserve’s portfolio appears slow but is close to actual Fed projections. Read More

Inside MBS & ABS

August 20, 2026

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Fitch Retains Top Ranking in MBS & ABS Ratings in 2Q

Securitization of Home Equity Loans Cools

Egan-Jones Still Working on Approval for ABS Ratings

Residential Whole Loans Remain Attractive Option for Insurers

Illinois Rules Buyers of Defaulted Mortgages Need License

Castlelake to Issue Its First Securitization of RTLs

Preferred Equity, Residual-Interest Debt Usage Grows

Revisiting the Lock-In Effect on the Fed’s Balance Sheet

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As homeowner equity continues to build, more and more lenders are launching home equity lending products. Are you thinking of joining this market?