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February 26, 2026

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Home Equity Loan Securitization Growth Levels Off

Home equity investment deals propped up issuance of home equity loan securitizations in the fourth quarter. For the full year, HEL securitizations nearly doubled from 2024 levels. (Includes three data tables.) Read More

Fraud Concerns in ABS and MBS Markets Dissipate

Despite some concerns tied to fraud and performance, investors are optimistic that issuance volume will increase this year. Read More

Ginnie Mae Eyes Changes to Acknowledgment Agreements

The government agency is working with industry trade groups on potential revisions to its issuer acknowledgment agreements. Read More

Non-QM, Home Equity Lending Expected to Boost MBS

Non-qualified mortgage loans and home equity products are gaining interest from investors, driving securitization up. Read More

CRT Continues to Sputter at the GSEs in Fourth Quarter

Credit-risk transfer activities at the GSEs — including both CAS/STACR note issuance and CIRT/ACIS reinsurance purchases — reached some of the lowest levels since the programs were founded in 2013. (Includes data table.) Read More

Saluda Grade Charts Expansion Beyond Residential Assets

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

RTL Securitizations See High Delinquencies, Some Losses

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

Bank Regulators Consider CRT Risks, Disclosures

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

UI Analysts Seek to Increase ARMs in Agency MBS

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

Grapevine: Ledn Issues Bitcoin-Loan ABS; Fire at SFVegas Venue

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. Read More

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