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November 6, 2025

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Agency Refi Business Jumps in October, Purchase Slows

The agency market is responding to the decline in mortgage rates since early September with rate-term refinance business doubling in October. ARMs and 15-year loans are also surging. (Includes two data tables.) Read More

Agency MBS Investors Optimistic Amid Rate Cuts

The Fed’s shift to rate cuts is helping to increase demand for agency MBS. And other activity at the federal level has prompted a reduction in volatility, providing stability for investors. Read More

SNAP Limbo Adds to Challenges for Some ABS Loans

With the near-term outlook hazy for the government’s SNAP food assistance program as the shutdown drags on, any reduction or end to payments could add to the mounting financial pressures recipients already face, putting pressure on ABS performance. Read More

PIMCO Pushes for More MBS Purchases by Fed

While the Fed is moving away from purchases of agency MBS, portfolio managers at PIMCO believe additional purchases are warranted. In the meantime, the GSEs are increasing their investments. Read More

Prolonged Shutdown Could Impact CMBS Market

A strong pipeline should help keep momentum going for commercial MBS issuance in the fourth quarter. But long-term challenges remain due to the government shutdown. Read More

Pagaya Strikes Auto Loan Deal With Castlelake

Fintech firm Pagaya inked a forward flow agreement with investment firm Castlelake for up to $500 million in auto loans. Read More

ABS Investors See Value in Home Improvement Loans

Home improvement ABS are attractive for investors because borrowers have high credit scores and low delinquency rates. Read More

Americor to Issue Securitization of Debt Settlement Fees

The company negotiates debt settlements on behalf of struggling consumers, charging fees for the service. The $153.2 million ABS is linked to fees that have yet to be collected by Americor. Read More

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