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September 8, 2022

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Agency MBS Issuance Down in August; Fannie Falters

For the first time in a long while, Fannie in August finished third in issuance of single-family MBS. Agency purchase volume rose slightly as refinance activity continued to slump. (Includes two data charts.) Read More

MBS Investors Adjusting Tactics Amid Market Volatility

Investors that once focused on lower tranches of non-agency MBS are shifting up in credit, seeing just as strong returns from AAA-rated tranches with fewer risks. Investors in agency MBS are also changing strategies as interest rates rise. Read More

PIMCO Quietly Bidding on Non-Agency Mortgages

When it comes to the non-QM market, PIMCO likes to keep a low profile. This summer, it appeared the firm was sitting on the sidelines as a buyer. And now? Looks like the wallet is out again. Read More

SFA Seeking Modifications to SEC Disclosure Requirements

In 2020, the SEC made a move to apply a disclosure rule that had been in effect for nearly 30 years to MBS and ABS. Industry participants have been able to delay enforcement of the rule while seeking changes to the disclosure requirements. Read More

Industry Says Draft Rule on LIBOR Legislation Needs Tweaking

Trade groups widely supported the new law, but at least one association says the proposed implementing regulation still needs work. Read More

Ginnie Working to Improve Social Impact, Disclosures

Investors have been asking for more data on the social aspects of loans in Ginnie Mae pools, said agency President Alanna McCargo. Read More

Berkadia’s Bankers Bullish on Multifamily Market

Some 80% of internal professionals polled by Berkadia expect multifamily rental demand to continue to outpace supply for the rest of 2022. Read More

Grapevine: Securitization a Factor in FHLB Review; Ambac Lawsuit

MBA urges FHFA to consider securitization when reviewing the Federal Home Loan Bank system; Ambac’s MBS lawsuit against Countrywide goes to trial 12 years later; MISMO seeks comments on template for BWIC activity. Read More

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