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Inside MBS & ABS

February 19, 2026

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Banks Shed Residential MBS Holdings in Fourth Quarter

The top four bank investors in residential MBS reported a combined $16.5 billion decline in their portfolios during the fourth quarter, with most of the drop coming in GSE pass-throughs. (Includes two data tables.) Read More

Ginnie Loan-Level Initiative to Stretch Beyond 2026

Ginnie Mae President Joe Gormley said the agency is making progress on its transition to loan-level processes. Read More

Supers/Platinum Issuance Up a Bit in 4Q25, CMO Declines

Fannie and Freddie saw a small decline in Supers MBS issuance during the fourth quarter, along with an unusual spurt in commingled collateral. (Includes two data tables.) Read More

Non-Agency MBS Demand Strong, Outlook Positive

Investors are showing strong demand for non-agency MBS, leaving leaders of issuers optimistic. Read More

Investors See Opportunities With Agency CMBS

Asset managers believe agency commercial MBS is an attractive investment option following President Trump’s directive to the GSEs to buy $200 million in agency MBS. Read More

SFA Launches Fraud Mitigation Task Force

Recent cases involving subprime auto lender Tricolor and auto parts manufacturer First Brands prompted the initiative. Read More

Freddie’s New K-Deal Strategy to Boost Interest Income

The shift from senior subordinate securitizations to predominantly fully guaranteed securitizations is expected to increase revenues for Freddie’s multifamily business. Read More

Robust Servicing Practices Protect ABS Amid Risk

Moody’s advised consumer ABS issuers to implement backup servicers and strong custodial arrangements to mitigate risks. Read More

Grapevine: Fed Plans Capital Relief; Moody’s Eyes Second Liens

Pending proposals from the Fed would impact MBS market; Moody’s looks to rate securitizations of home equity loans. Read More

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