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U.S. mortgage rates have climbed to a staggering average of 6.11%, marking a significant departure from the cooling trend investors had hoped for at the start of the year. This sudden spike, reported...

Topics Economy

Mortgage Rates Surge to 6.11% as Middle East Tensions Ignite Bond Market Volatility

March 13, 2026

Topics Bonds Economy

3 Stocks Sending a Strong Signal With Massive Buybacks ↗

March 09, 2026

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Meet Kenny Smith: The New CEO Leading Freddie Mac Toward A High-Stakes IPO ↗

December 17, 2025

OPEN Stock To Rip Again? CEO Nejatian Bets On 4.99% Mortgages To Spark Growth As Earnings Momentum Slips ↗

March 02, 2026

Mortgage rates have remained higher due to inflation and rising prices across the board in recent years, driven by Trump tariffs and post-pandemic constraints.

Mortgage Rates Breach 6% Floor as Global Volatility and Trade Tensions Trigger Massive Flight to Treasuries

Topics Economy Government World Trade

March 02, 2026

WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a watershed moment for the 2026 housing market, the average 30-year fixed mortgage rate has officially dipped below the psychological 6% barrier, ending a multi-year era of high...

The Great 2026 Twist: US Treasury Yields Diverge as Geopolitical Unrest and Fed Transitions Roil Markets

Topics Bonds Economy World Trade

February 27, 2026

The US Treasury market has entered a period of profound "regime uncertainty" this February 2026, characterized by a rare and aggressive "twist" in the yield curve. While short-term rates have marched...

As of February 18, 2026, a seismic shift in federal oversight is redrawing the map of American industry. The second year of the current administration has ushered in what many on Wall Street are...

Topics Artificial Intelligence Bonds Economy

2026 Washington Deregulation Outlook: Financial, Housing, and Crypto Impacts

February 18, 2026

Freddie Mac has been embroiled in an ongoing saga over whether it will ever exit government conservatorship.

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy Initial Public Offering

Here's How Federal Home Loan Mortgage (Freddie Mac) Beats the Market From Here ↗

February 14, 2026

Washington's $200 Billion Housing Intervention: White House Mandate Forces Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to Prop Up Mortgage Bonds

Topics Economy Government

January 20, 2026

In a bold move to tackle the persistent housing affordability crisis, the White House has issued a direct instruction to the Federal National Mortgage Association (OTC: FNMA), known as Fannie Mae, and...

The Trump administration has officially unveiled a high-stakes proposal to allow Americans to tap into their 401(k) retirement accounts to purchase homes, a move that could fundamentally redefine the...

Topics Bonds Economy Government

Unlocking the Nest Egg: Trump Proposes 401(k) 'Equity Swaps' to Combat Housing Crisis

January 19, 2026

The $200 Billion Intervention: How the Administration is Using Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac to Reshape the Mortgage Market

Topics Bonds Economy Government

January 19, 2026

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the American housing market, the administration has officially directed Fannie Mae (OTCQB:FNMA) and Freddie Mac (OTCQB:FMCC) to initiate a massive $200...

Here is a breakdown of two ultra-high-yielding dividend stocks popular with income investors.

Topics Bonds Economy Government

Better Dividend Stock: AGNC Investment vs. Ares Capital ↗

January 14, 2026

Trump’s $200 Billion Mortgage Bond Blitz: Housing Stocks Surge as Fannie and Freddie Open the Vaults

Topics Economy

January 09, 2026

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the American financial landscape, President Donald Trump has unveiled a massive $200 billion intervention in the mortgage-backed securities (MBS) market....

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the financial markets, mortgage lender stocks staged a massive rally this week following the Trump administration's announcement of a direct intervention in...

Topics Bonds Economy Government

Mortgage Stocks Rally on Trump Administration’s $200 Billion Bond Purchase Plan

January 09, 2026

Trump Bypasses Fed with $200 Billion Mortgage Bond Mandate, Sparking Rally in Lending Stocks

Topics Bonds Economy Government

January 09, 2026

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the financial sector, President Donald Trump signed an executive order on January 8, 2026, directing the government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) to purchase...

The Great Credit Reset: US Mortgage Market Enters New Era as Modernized Scoring Takes Full Effect

Topics Bonds Economy Government

January 01, 2026

As of January 1, 2026, the American mortgage landscape has officially moved beyond the "Classic FICO" era, marking the completion of a multi-year regulatory overhaul designed to modernize how...

Wall Street's Top Investors, Like Bill Ackman and Michael Burry, Are Betting on 2 Stocks That President Donald Trump Could Help Turn Into Multibaggers ↗

Topics Credit Cards Economy

December 15, 2025

Few investors have more notoriety than Bill Ackman and Michael Burry, the latter portrayed in "The Big Short."

Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac buy mortgages from lenders such as banks, mortgage companies, and credit unions.

Topics Economy Government

What Are Freddie Mac And Fannie Mae? Why Are They Important? ↗

December 09, 2025

If you're looking to boost your passive income, AGNC Investment is one appealing option. But there is one risk you should be aware of before buying.

Topics Government

Should You Buy AGNC Investment While It's Below $11? ↗

November 30, 2025

Peter Schiff Warns Bill Ackman's Freddie & Fannie Plan Is 'Fake Privatization': Hands Hedge Funds Billions, Leaves Taxpayers Exposed ↗

Topics Economy

November 21, 2025

Economist Peter Schiff slammed billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman's restructuring proposal that would release mortgage giants Federal National Mortgage Association (OTC: FNMA) or Fannie Mae and...

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Bill Ackman Warns Trump Against 'Rushing' Fannie-Freddie IPOs, Floats Plan For $400 Billion Valuation ↗

November 20, 2025

Bill Ackman warns Trump not to rush Fannie & Freddie IPOs, outlining a reform plan to unlock "hundreds of billions" in taxpayer value.

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Topics Government

Trump Housing Chief Bill Pulte's Ally Reportedly Leaked Fannie Mae Pricing Data To Competitor ↗

November 14, 2025

A confidante of Bill Pulte, the director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency, reportedly misused confidential mortgage pricing data from Fannie Mae to benefit a competitor.

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Topics Government

Should You Buy Annaly Capital Management Stock Right Now? ↗

November 11, 2025

Does Annaly Capital Management's high dividend yield may tempt some investors. Here's what you need to know.

Peter Schiff Calls Trump's Freddie And Fannie IPO Plan A 'Bad Idea': Sole Purpose Is To 'Reward' President's Friends ↗

November 11, 2025

Economist Peter Schiff is pushing back against President Donald Trump's plans for an initial public offering for Fannie Mae or the Federal National Mortgage Association (OTCMKTS: FNMA) and the Federal...

Via Benzinga

Topics Government Initial Public Offering

Donald Trump's 50-Year Mortgage Plan Could Redefine Homeownership In America — Housing Chief Calls It 'Game Changer' Amid Rising Costs ↗

November 08, 2025

Trump admin considers 50-year mortgage plan to make homeownership more affordable. Critics warn it may inflate interest payments, reward banks

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Topics Government

Rocket Stock Takes Off After Big Q3 Earnings Beat — Retail Bulls See Housing Turning The Corner As Rates Ease ↗

October 31, 2025

It projected adjusted revenue of $2.1 billion to $2.3 billion for the fourth quarter, which is typically weak due to the holiday season.

Trump May Finally Take Freddie And Fannie Public, Says Bill Pulte: No Limit To 'What They Could Be Worth' With $7 Trillion In Assets ↗

Topics Earnings Economy

October 20, 2025

President Donald Trump is evaluating plans to take mortgage giants Federal National Mortgage Association (OTC: FNMA), or Fannie Mae, and Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corp (OTC: FMCC), or Freddie Mac,...

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Topics Government

Government Shutdown Looms: How Real Estate and Mortgage Markets Brace for Impact

October 01, 2025

As the United States government teeters on the brink of a potential shutdown, effective October 1, 2025, financial markets and the broader real estate sector are bracing for significant disruptions....

Government Shutdown Threatens Fragile Mortgage Market: An Uncertain Outlook for Rates and Homebuyers

Topics Bonds Economy

September 30, 2025

Washington, D.C. – September 30, 2025 – As the United States government stands on the precipice of a shutdown at midnight tonight, the financial markets, particularly the mortgage sector, are bracing...