Fannie Mae.
government-backed financial services company
- Reports this week
- 4
- Active events
- 9
- Connections
- 210
What's happening
Active this week
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TransUnion is tracking FHA loan delinquency rates, noting that FHA loans are a growing driver of delinquency.Some support1 report
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Omeed Malik stepped down from the board of Fannie Mae prior to the recent election.Some support1 report
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Bill Ackman advocates for ending the government conservatorship of Fannie Mae.Some support1 report
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Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae restrictions are reportedly impacting the mortgage and lending markets in Florida.Well supported6 reports
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are affected by a rent freeze policy.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are currently involved in setting market standards as Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs).Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac mandated new appraisal formats for loans on November 2, 2026.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reported on market developments on July 13, 2026, including increased exposure to mortgage rates and market share gains.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Newmark Group gained market share from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and leasing revenue increased in Texas markets.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Derrick Van Orden proposed a bill utilizing industry-standard partial claim structure.Some support1 report
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Fisher Investments promotes financial advice while Fannie Mae rules affect Social Security income calculation.Some support1 report
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A new state law mandates reserve funding requirements involving Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Some support1 report
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Program end increased veteran mortgage payment rates, leading to discussions on the VA servicing program.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guarantee agency mortgage-backed securities and provide investment insights and tools.Well supported8 reports
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Fannie Mae defined new co-signer rules for mortgages in California, utilizing data from the National Association of Realtors and CRL.Some support2 reports
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FED's actions are influencing the mortgage bond market, impacting Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Well supported18 reports
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Basel rules enabled extreme leverage in housing debt for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump signed orders directing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to launch pilot programs.Some support2 reports
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Bill Pulte, the Director of the FHFA, addressed Scott Bessent regarding the ongoing policy discussions about GSE purchases and the future of the agencies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac aligned policies, while Bill Pulte changed rules allowing PMI cancellation for homeowners.Some support1 report
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FHFA oversees Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae operations while Keane proposes legislation for both to buy mortgages.Some support3 reports
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The Federal Reserve's interest rate policies affect the profitability of Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Well supported6 reports
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NBIM, managed by Nicolai Tangen, increased its debt allocations to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Some support1 report
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Michael Burry has added Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to his positions while maintaining bearish bets against Caterpillar Inc.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Reports track mortgage credit availability and the involvement of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in Conforming MCAI.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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Reports meet eligibility requirements for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with Floify Verify powered by Argyle.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Intercontinental Exchange provided market data on May 20, 2026.Well supported4 reports
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Mr. Cooper and Fannie Mae were noted to operate in related financial services.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are under review for tri-merge credit reporting standards.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Both Veterans United Home Loans and Fannie Mae offer mortgage products to buyers.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae facilitates conventional mortgages while Julie Sanchez chairs the housing authority board in San Ildefonso.Some support1 report
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Fannie Mae and Bank of Communications are being compared as finance companies.Some support2 reports
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PPIC analyzed housing affordability in Sacramento, prompting Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to back mortgages for home purchases.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Trump prioritizes domestic manufacturing and AI, while the White House backing creates a 'government put' for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Some support1 report
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FHFA is pushing GSEs toward a multimodel framework, while UWM will use FICO scores and Pulte announced a new pricing matrix for Fannie Mae.Some support2 reports
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac tightened insurance rules for housing loans on October 9, 2026.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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GSEs are allowing credit score shopping between FICO and VantageScore, driven by political pressure to take on more risk.Well supported5 reports
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Bill Pulte was named chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and advocated for firing Jerome Powell.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Hakeem Jeffries demands Bill Pulte's withdrawal while Donald Trump appoints Pulte as acting director and asks Congress for a law extension.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence, while Pulte continues to oversee Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Well supported12 reports3 developments inside
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Guild Mortgage earned STAR recognition from Fannie Mae on May 20, 2026.Some support2 reports
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FHFA introduced new public disclosure requirements for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.Well supported4 reports
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Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are operating within the U.S. housing market and conducted foreclosure prevention actions on May 20th.Some support7 reports1 development inside
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MarketBeat summarized analyst ratings related to Fannie Mae, a provider of financing solutions for mortgages in the United States.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Fannie Mae and CF Bankshares were compared on financial metrics and risk profiles, with analyst ratings provided by MarketBeat.Some support2 reports
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Discussions link Friedmanite deregulation to the 2008 financial crisis while Washington promotes expanded mortgage lending.Some support2 reports
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FOMC actions influenced market expectations and rates, involving the Federal Open Market Committee and Fannie Mae.Some support2 reports
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The Trump administration has attempted to curb high mortgage rates.Well supported7 reports4 developments inside
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AGNC Investment is compared to Nvidia and simultaneously invests in Agency MBS guaranteed by Fannie Mae.Some support2 reports
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Fannie Mae publishes Home Price Expectations Survey.Some support1 report
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Institutional buyers are demanding better returns and reducing exposure to U.S. Treasurys while supporting agency mortgage-backed securities.Some support1 report1 development inside
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FHFA allowed alternative credit scores for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, while Bill Pulte criticized FICO's recent price increases.Well supported14 reports2 developments inside
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FHFA sets new operational standards affecting Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae operations, while NAMB asks for delays.Well supported3 reports4 developments inside
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Rates are tracking 10-year Treasury note yields as both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac expand purchases of MBS, influenced by war-driven oil price hikes.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are operating under US administration programs and have increased loan modifications and refinancings.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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DSCR loans are operating outside of standard government-backed parameters.Some support1 report
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Geopolitical concerns originating from the Middle East are impacting national economic stability, specifically concerning the operations of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as government-sponsored entities in the US market.Some support1 report
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Fareed Zakaria critiques Donald Trump's views on Putin's unpredictability, discussing the financial fragility of institutions like Goldman Sachs and Fannie Mae.Some support1 report
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A county initiative in Wisconsin is informing potential legislation regarding federal financing policy, allowing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase construction loans.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Wisconsin state HFAs are administering tax credits, which combine with agency financing and tax-exempt bonds.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Fannie Mae
Events traced to Fannie Mae, step by step, newest first- Mortgage rate and price trends may affect Fannie Mae's market shareMarket trends may influence Fannie Mae's mortgage volume and operational stabilityPossible
- Rising mortgage costs may slow Fannie Mae's market activityRising mortgage costs may slow Fannie Mae's market activity and increase consumer riskLikely
- Rising rates may curb housing demand for Fannie MaeRising interest rates could dampen housing demand and affect Fannie Mae's operationsPossible
- Vero Beach development uncertainty may affect Fannie Mae's investmentsVero Beach development uncertainty may affect Fannie Mae's investmentsPossible
- Rising mortgage rates may impact Fannie Mae's loan volume and riskRising mortgage rates may reduce loan volume and increase risk exposure for Fannie MaePossible
- Rising interest rates may pressure Fannie Mae's mortgage operationsRising interest rates could put pressure on Fannie Mae amid mortgage industry risksPossible
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- High mortgage rates may reduce Fannie Mae's mortgage volumeHigh mortgage rates may reduce Fannie Mae's mortgage volumeLikely
- Rising mortgage rates may slow Fannie Mae's loan volumeFannie Mae's mortgage volume may slow as borrowing costs risePossible
- High mortgage rates and low confidence may slow Fannie Mae's lendingHigh mortgage rates and low confidence may slow Fannie Mae's lendingPossible
- High mortgage rates may dampen Fannie Mae's transaction volumeHigh mortgage rates may reduce Fannie Mae's transaction volume and market demandLikely
- Middle East conflict may increase risk for Fannie MaeMiddle East conflict may increase risk for Fannie MaePossible
Around Fannie Mae this week
News at the entities that move Fannie Mae most-
Donald Trump StructuralNPR investigated a detention plan implemented by the Trump administration, involving DHS policy officials.Moves Fannie Mae
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Bill Pulte StructuralBill Pulte's criticism affects the mortgage sector, leading to the classification of Fidelity National Financial and STC as title/real-estate services.Moves Fannie Mae
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House StructuralAlyssa Farah Griffin and Joy Behar commented on the House's multitasking ability and questioned its priorities.Moves Fannie Mae
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Freddie Mac OperationalFreddie Mac data informs mortgage rates and Redfin reports median sale price data for New Mexico.Moves Fannie Mae
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FED OperationalTrump's party lost the midterms, Democrats gained Congress, and Fed officials consulted a Boston College economist.Moves Fannie Mae
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Congress StructuralThe Democratic Party won a majority in Congress, with a Swiss resident in the United States being noted.Moves Fannie Mae
Connections
The 40 strongest of 210, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Federal Housing Finance Agency Structural
FHFA acts as the parent agency and regulator, maintaining conservatorship and setting operational standards for Fannie Mae.
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Bill Pulte Structural
Bill Pulte holds a formal leadership role as Chairman and Director, dictating policy and overseeing Fannie Mae's operations.
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Freddie Mac Operational
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are interdependent peers that coordinate market standards, jointly respond to crises, and actively compete for dominance in the US mortgage market.
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FICO Operational
Fannie Mae is actively competing with FICO by accepting alternative credit scoring models, thereby reducing FICO's historical market monopoly.
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Donald Trump Structural
Trump uses his executive authority and policy mandates to direct Fannie Mae's operations, strategic direction, and regulatory status.
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AGNC Investment Corp. Structural
AGNC invests in mortgage-backed securities whose value and security are dependent on the guarantees provided by Fannie Mae.
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Better Structural
Better leverages Fannie Mae's formal acceptance, guidelines, and backing to integrate its products into the conventional mortgage market.
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Michael Burry Transactional
Michael Burry has engaged in specific investment transactions, including buying and selling shares, of Fannie Mae.
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mbs Structural
Agency MBS are structurally backed by Fannie Mae.
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FED Operational
FED policy sets the interest rate environment and market conditions that directly influence Fannie Mae's mortgage finance operations and demand.
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Walker & Dunlop Structural
Fannie Mae's origination volume directly drives Walker & Dunlop's growth and market share in the financing market.
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David Benson Structural
David Benson held the formal executive role of President at Fannie Mae, leading organizational transformation.
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Norway Transactional
Norway's sovereign funds are actively investing and rotating capital into mortgage-backed securities issued by Fannie Mae.
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Congress Structural
Congress exercises legislative and regulatory oversight over Fannie Mae, reflecting its status as a Government-Sponsored Enterprise.
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Scott Bessent Structural
Scott Bessent actively pressures and comments on Fannie Mae's structure and operations, planning to tackle its ownership.
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Primary Residential Mortgage, Inc. Structural
PRMI sells conventional mortgages to Fannie Mae; conforming-loan limit and GSE policy directly drive PRMI economics.
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Williamson Structural
Williamson serves as an Executive Vice President at Fannie Mae.
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Washington Operational
Washington's debt affects the bond market and yields, which directly influences Fannie Mae's financial environment.
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Berkadia Structural
Berkadia's loans are backed by Fannie Mae, indicating a structural dependency.
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Cavco Industries Structural
Cavco's subsidiary functions as an approved seller/servicer under Fannie Mae's operational framework.
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Pine River Capital Management Structural
A operates as a portfolio manager whose successful management contributes to the market segment recognized by Fannie Mae.
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Coinbase Operational
Coinbase partners with Fannie Mae to enable the rollout of crypto-backed mortgage products using Coinbase's platform.
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UMH Properties Structural
UMH Properties relies on Fannie Mae's credit facility for refinancing and community additions.
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Keane Structural
Keane proposed legislation mandating Fannie Mae to purchase mortgages.
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New York Structural
Fannie Mae's conventional financing standards influence and constrain the housing market and lending practices in New York.
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House Structural
House legislation mandates Fannie Mae to treat payments as concessions, influencing mortgage rates.
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Surfside Operational
The past collapse of Surfside has informed and established current due diligence requirements for Fannie Mae.
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Palantir Technologies Structural
Palantir provides AI technology and platforms to Fannie Mae for operational functions like crime and mortgage fraud detection.
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Equifax Structural
Equifax supplies credit scores that are utilized by Fannie Mae for loan underwriting and risk assessment.
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Ajay Operational
Ajay's professional function provides core verification infrastructure that helps lenders utilize Fannie Mae's guidelines and incentive programs.
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Guild Structural
Guild seeks and receives operational recognition from Fannie Mae, while also advocating for the adoption of specific industry standards by Fannie Mae.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
FEMA's flood insurance requirements impose regulatory conditions on mortgages issued by Fannie Mae.
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Florida Operational
Fannie Mae's lending restrictions and guidelines directly influence the real estate and condo loan markets in Florida.
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Bureau of Labor Statistics Operational
BLS inflation data influences the mortgage rate outlook, which affects Fannie Mae's operational environment.
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CrossCountry Mortgage Structural
one depends on the other
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Intercontinental Exchange Operational
Fannie Mae supplies mortgage market and loan application data to Intercontinental Exchange for pricing and analysis.
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Vero Beach Transactional
Fannie Mae invests in residential mortgage-related securities issued by Vero Beach.
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Atlas Structural
Atlas's operations and technology are required to comply with Fannie Mae's formal guidelines.
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Goldman Sachs Operational
Both firms actively interact in the housing market, evidenced by shared revisions to housing outlooks.
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Washington County Structural
The county's operational model provides input that informs Fannie Mae's federal financing policies.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
6 events- TransUnion is tracking FHA loan delinquency rates, noting that FHA loans are a growing driver of delinquency.
- Omeed Malik stepped down from the board of Fannie Mae prior to the recent election.
- Bill Ackman advocates for ending the government conservatorship of Fannie Mae.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are affected by a rent freeze policy.
- Both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac mandated new appraisal formats for loans on November 2, 2026.
- Newmark Group gained market share from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and leasing revenue increased in Texas markets.
October 2026
18 events- Derrick Van Orden proposed a bill utilizing industry-standard partial claim structure.
- Fisher Investments promotes financial advice while Fannie Mae rules affect Social Security income calculation.
- A new state law mandates reserve funding requirements involving Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Program end increased veteran mortgage payment rates, leading to discussions on the VA servicing program.
- Fannie Mae defined new co-signer rules for mortgages in California, utilizing data from the National Association of Realtors and CRL.
- Basel rules enabled extreme leverage in housing debt for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Donald Trump signed orders directing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to launch pilot programs.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac aligned policies, while Bill Pulte changed rules allowing PMI cancellation for homeowners.
- NBIM, managed by Nicolai Tangen, increased its debt allocations to Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Reports meet eligibility requirements for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with Floify Verify powered by Argyle.
- Mr. Cooper and Fannie Mae were noted to operate in related financial services.
- Both Veterans United Home Loans and Fannie Mae offer mortgage products to buyers.
- Fannie Mae facilitates conventional mortgages while Julie Sanchez chairs the housing authority board in San Ildefonso.
- Fannie Mae and Bank of Communications are being compared as finance companies.
- PPIC analyzed housing affordability in Sacramento, prompting Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to back mortgages for home purchases.
- Trump prioritizes domestic manufacturing and AI, while the White House backing creates a 'government put' for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- FHFA is pushing GSEs toward a multimodel framework, while UWM will use FICO scores and Pulte announced a new pricing matrix for Fannie Mae.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac tightened insurance rules for housing loans on October 9, 2026.
September 2026
11 events- Bill Pulte, the Director of the FHFA, addressed Scott Bessent regarding the ongoing policy discussions about GSE purchases and the future of the agencies.
- Fannie Mae and CF Bankshares were compared on financial metrics and risk profiles, with analyst ratings provided by MarketBeat.
- Discussions link Friedmanite deregulation to the 2008 financial crisis while Washington promotes expanded mortgage lending.
- FOMC actions influenced market expectations and rates, involving the Federal Open Market Committee and Fannie Mae.
- AGNC Investment is compared to Nvidia and simultaneously invests in Agency MBS guaranteed by Fannie Mae.
- Fannie Mae publishes Home Price Expectations Survey.
- Institutional buyers are demanding better returns and reducing exposure to U.S. Treasurys while supporting agency mortgage-backed securities.
- DSCR loans are operating outside of standard government-backed parameters.
- Geopolitical concerns originating from the Middle East are impacting national economic stability, specifically concerning the operations of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac as government-sponsored entities in the US market.
- Fareed Zakaria critiques Donald Trump's views on Putin's unpredictability, discussing the financial fragility of institutions like Goldman Sachs and Fannie Mae.
- Wisconsin state HFAs are administering tax credits, which combine with agency financing and tax-exempt bonds.
Show 3 earlier months
August 2026
3 events- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are currently involved in setting market standards as Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs).
- FHFA oversees Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae operations while Keane proposes legislation for both to buy mortgages.
- A county initiative in Wisconsin is informing potential legislation regarding federal financing policy, allowing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to purchase construction loans.
July 2026
4 events- Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae restrictions are reportedly impacting the mortgage and lending markets in Florida.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac reported on market developments on July 13, 2026, including increased exposure to mortgage rates and market share gains.
- Michael Burry has added Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to his positions while maintaining bearish bets against Caterpillar Inc.
- GSEs are allowing credit score shopping between FICO and VantageScore, driven by political pressure to take on more risk.
June 2026
18 events- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac guarantee agency mortgage-backed securities and provide investment insights and tools.
- FED's actions are influencing the mortgage bond market, impacting Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- The Federal Reserve's interest rate policies affect the profitability of Mortgage-Backed Securities (MBS) backed by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Reports track mortgage credit availability and the involvement of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in Conforming MCAI.
- Fannie Mae and Intercontinental Exchange provided market data on May 20, 2026.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are under review for tri-merge credit reporting standards.
- Bill Pulte was named chairman of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, and advocated for firing Jerome Powell.
- Hakeem Jeffries demands Bill Pulte's withdrawal while Donald Trump appoints Pulte as acting director and asks Congress for a law extension.
- Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence, while Pulte continues to oversee Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Guild Mortgage earned STAR recognition from Fannie Mae on May 20, 2026.
- FHFA introduced new public disclosure requirements for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae are operating within the U.S. housing market and conducted foreclosure prevention actions on May 20th.
- MarketBeat summarized analyst ratings related to Fannie Mae, a provider of financing solutions for mortgages in the United States.
- The Trump administration has attempted to curb high mortgage rates.
- FHFA allowed alternative credit scores for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, while Bill Pulte criticized FICO's recent price increases.
- FHFA sets new operational standards affecting Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae operations, while NAMB asks for delays.
- Rates are tracking 10-year Treasury note yields as both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac expand purchases of MBS, influenced by war-driven oil price hikes.
- Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are operating under US administration programs and have increased loan modifications and refinancings.