Treasury Takes Next Steps to Wind Down GSEs, But Full Reform Still Years Away
August 31, 2012
The Treasury Departments recent announcement on the next steps to wind down the government-sponsored enterprises will have little immediate impact on the non-agency market, according to industry analysts. The Treasury will require Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to contribute all future profits to the government, reduce their investment portfolios at a quicker pace and submit annual plans to reduce mortgage credit risk. [The changes] will help expedite the wind down of Fannie ... [Includes one chart]