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July 16, 2026

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Non-Agency MBS Issuance Declines Sharply in Second Quarter

Although securitization of seasoned non-agency loans fell by 50% from an abnormally high level in early 2026, issuance of MBS backed by recently originated loans held fairly steady. (Includes three data files.) Read More

KBRA Begins Rating RTL Securitizations

Kroll Bond Rating Agency last week assigned ratings on a $191.5 million deal of residential transition loans from Fidelis Investors. Read More

SFA Seeks Changes to NAIC Treatment of Rating Services

The Structured Finance Association asked NAIC to work with existing supervisory authorities responsible for oversight of rating services to avoid creating duplicative oversight obligations. Read More

Outstanding SFR Securitizations Safe From Housing Law

The near-term credit impact of the new housing legislation on existing SFR securitizations is expected to be benign. Build-to-rent properties are expected to be the predominant collateral in new securitizations. Read More

Interest Rate Volatility Could Provide Boost for MBS

Angel Oak Capital Advisors believes that a recent rise in interest rate volatility could help increase returns for MBS. Read More

Warsh Not Ready Yet to Slim Down Fed’s Portfolio

Testifying before the House Financial Services Committee this week, Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh said any changes to monetary policy — including the Fed’s balance sheet — will be made transparently and communicated in advance to the market. Read More

MBS Investors Raise Concerns on Climate Risk

Investors are scrutinizing risks to MBS posed by climate issues. Analysts believe the anxiety doesn’t align with historical data. Read More

Robinhood Upsizes Its First Credit Card ABS

The firm started offering credit cards in 2024 and is poised to top more than one million cardholders this year. The monthly payment rate on Robinhood’s gold card is well above MPRs for cards from many other firms, thanks to the 3% cash back offered on all transactions. Read More

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